Question

Solve the inequality for x.

–8x – 16 < –72

A) x < 7
B) x < 11
C) x > 7
D) x > 11

Answer 1

x > 7

Explanation:

–8x – 16 < –72

Add 16 to each side

–8x – 16+16 < –72+16

-8x < -56

Divide each side by -8, remembering to flip the inequality

-8x/-8 > -56/-8

x > 7