Question

Solve the inequality:

u^2 > 8u + 33

Answer 1

u<−3 or u>11

Explanation:

u2=8u+33

u2−(8u+33)=8u+33−(8u+33)(Subtract 8u+33 from both sides)

u2−8u−33=0

(u+3)(u−11)=0(Factor left side of equation)

u+3=0 or u−11=0(Set factors equal to 0)

u=−3 or u=11