Question

Algebra II
line: 3(x - 2) > 5x + 8

Answer 1

x < - 7

Explanation:

Given

3(x - 2) > 5x + 8 ← distribute parenthesis on left side

3x - 6 > 5x + 8 ( subtract 3x from both sides )

- 6 > 2x + 8 ( subtract 8 from both sides )

- 14 > 2x ( divide both sides by 2 )

- 7 > x, hence

x < - 7