Math Problem Statement

Solve the following inequality for d: 3d + 6 < d + 8.

Solution

To solve the inequality 3d+6<d+83d + 6 < d + 8 for dd, let's simplify step by step:

  1. Start with the inequality: 3d+6<d+83d + 6 < d + 8

  2. Isolate terms with dd on one side: Subtract dd from both sides: 3dd+6<83d - d + 6 < 8

    Simplify: 2d+6<82d + 6 < 8

  3. Isolate 2d2d: Subtract 66 from both sides: 2d<22d < 2

  4. Solve for dd: Divide both sides by 22: d<1d < 1

Final Answer:

d<1d < 1

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Related Questions:

  1. How do you graph the solution d<1d < 1 on a number line?
  2. How would the inequality change if it were 3d+6>d+83d + 6 > d + 8?
  3. What happens if you multiply or divide by a negative number in an inequality?
  4. How do you test solutions for an inequality?
  5. Can you rewrite the same inequality in a different form (e.g., d>xd > x)?

Tip: When solving inequalities, always check if dividing by a negative number flips the inequality sign!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Inequalities
Solving for Variables

Formulas

Basic operations on inequalities: addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication

Theorems

Properties of inequalities: addition, subtraction, and division maintain inequality direction

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9