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Which number line represents the solution to the inequality 1 + 2x < -7?

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Answer:


\boxed {x < -4}

Explanation:

Solve the following inequality:


1 + 2x < -7

-Subtract
1 to both sides:


1 - 1 + 2x < -7 - 1


2x < -8

-Divide both sides by
2:


(2x)/(2) < (-8)/(2)


\boxed {x < -4}

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