Question

Which of the following values is a solution to the inequality? 12 – 5x > -8

Answer 1

x < 4

Explanation:

12 – 5x > -8

Subtract 12 from each side

12-12 – 5x > -8-12

-5x> -20

Divide each side by -5, remembering to flip the inequality

-5x/-5 < -20/-5

x < 4