Question

Solve the following inequality for p. write your answer in the simplest form
9p-9<4p-2

Answer 1

p < 7/5

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Alg

• Order of Operations: BPEMDAS
• Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define inequality

9p - 9 < 4p - 2

Step 2: Solve for p

1. Subtract 4p on both sides: 5p - 9 < -2
2. Add 9 on both sides: 5p < 7
3. Divide both sides by 5: p < 7/5

Here, we see that any value p smaller than 7/5 will work as a solution.