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
to both sides:

1 - 1 + 2x < -7 - 1

2x < -8

-Divide both sides by
:

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

$\boxed {x < -4}$

The number line:

Bitlamas answered Aug 26, 2021

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