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Translate and solve:
Six more than twice a
number is atleast -8

User Joe Love
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Answer:

x > -7

Explanation:

Step 1: Translate

Twice a number = 2x

Six more = + 6

At least = >

-8 = -8

Step 2: Write out inequality

2x + 6 > -8

Step 3: Solve

2x > - 14

x > -7

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