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Solve for x. 12x+7<−11 OR 5x−8>40

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Answer:

x < -3/2

Explanation:

12x + 7 < -11

Subtract 7 to both sides

12x < -11 -7

= 12x < -18

Solve for x.

x < -18/12

= x < -3/2

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