Question

What she be done first to solve the inequality? -3x + 5 < 23

Answer 1

You would have to subtract 5 on both sides to isolate the variable.

-3x + 5 < 23
       - 5    - 5
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         -3x < 18

divide both sides by -3.

         -3x < 18
            x > -6


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