Question

Solve the inequality 7(x - 2) < -5. x < 9/7 x > 9/7 x < -9/7 x > -9/7

Answer 1

x < 9/7

Explanation:

7(x - 2) < -5

7x - 14 < -5

7x < 9

x < 9/7

Answer 2

x < 9/7

Explanation:

7(x - 2) < -5

Distribute

7x - 14 < -5

Add 14 to each side

7x -14+14 < -5+14

7x < 9

Divide each side by 7

7x/7 < 9/7

x < 9/7