Question

What value of x is in the solution set of 8x - 6 > 12 + 2x?
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Answer 1

x > 3

Explanation:

8x - 6 > 12 + 2x

1. add 6 to both sides.

8x > 12 + 2x + 6

2. Simplify 12 +2x + 6 to 2x + 18.

8x > 2x + 18

3. Subtract 2x from both sides.

8x - 2x > 18

4. Simplify 8x - 2x to 6x.

6x > 18

5. Divide both sides by 6.

x > 18/6

6. Simplify 18/6 to 3.

x > 3