Question

1. Part A: Solve the inequality. Show work for full
credit.
2x+3<7

Answer 1

x<2

Explanation:

2x+3<7

Subtract 3 from both sides:

2x<4

Divide both sides by 2:

x<2

Answer 2

x < 2

Explanation:

If 2x + 3 is less than 7, then 2x alone must be less than 4.

2x + 3 < 7

2x < 4

If 2x is less than 4, then x must be less than 2.

2x < 4

x < 2