Question

The inequality 10w + 40 < 450 represents the maximum number of ten-pound weights, w, a weight bench can hold if the maximum weight capacity of the bench is less than 450 pounds. The table shows the steps a trainer takes to solve the inequality.​

Answer 1

Hey there!

10w + 40 < 450

SUBTRACT 40 to BOTH SIDES

10w + 40 - 40 < 450 - 40

SIMPLIFY IT!

10w < 450 - 40

10w < 410

DIVIDE 10 to BOTH SIDES

10w/10 < 410/10

SIMPLIFY IT!

w < 410/10

w < 41

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