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Which of the following values are solutions to the inequality 3>8+5x

User Ngoc Pham
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Answer:

I think its -1

Explanation:

User Andrew Spott
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The correct solution to the inequality (3 > 8 + 5x) is x < -1. Here option A is correct.

To determine which values satisfy the given inequality "3 > 8 + 5x," let's solve it step by step:

Subtract 8 from both sides of the inequality: -5 > 5x

Divide both sides by 5 (note that dividing by a negative number reverses the inequality sign): x < -1

Now, we need to compare this result with the given options:

A) x < -1 - This matches the solution we found.

B) x > -1 - This contradicts our solution. The correct direction is less than, not greater than.

C) x < 1 - This is a stricter condition than x < -1. It does not include our solution.

D) x > 1 - This contradicts our solution. The correct direction is less than, not greater than.

E) x = 0 - This is not a solution to the original inequality.

Therefore, the correct answer is A) x < -1.

Complete question:

Which of the following values are solutions to the inequality 3 > 8 + 5x?

A) x < -1

B) x > -1

C) x < 1

D) x > 1

E) x = 0

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