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2x +1 < 5 what would be the inequality for this ?

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Answer: x < 2

Explanation:

First subtract 1 on both sides

2x < 4

Then divide both sides by 2

x < 2

User Roderick Obrist
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Hey there!


2x + 1 < 5

SUBTRACT 1 to BOTH SIDES

2x + 1 - 1 < 5 - 1

SIMPLIFY IT!
2x < 5 - 1

2x < 4


DIVIDE 2 to BOTH SIDES

2x/2 < 4/2

SIMPLIFY IT!
x < 4/2

x < 2


Therefore, your answer is: x < 2

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Good luck on your assignment & enjoy your day!


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2x +1 < 5 what would be the inequality for this ?-example-1
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