Math Problem Statement

Find the solution to the inequality: 6x + 2 < 10 + 4x.

Solution

The problem shown in the image is:

Find the solution to the inequality: 6x+2<10+4x6x + 2 < 10 + 4x

Let me solve it step by step:

Step 1: Simplify the inequality

Start by subtracting 4x4x from both sides: 6x+24x<10+4x4x6x + 2 - 4x < 10 + 4x - 4x 2x+2<102x + 2 < 10

Step 2: Subtract 2 from both sides

2x+22<1022x + 2 - 2 < 10 - 2 2x<82x < 8

Step 3: Divide by 2 to solve for xx

2x2<82\frac{2x}{2} < \frac{8}{2} x<4x < 4

Final Answer:

The solution is: x<4x < 4

From the answer choices on the screen, the correct one is x<4x < 4 (the green box).


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Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you solve inequalities when variables appear on both sides?
  2. What happens if you multiply or divide an inequality by a negative number?
  3. How can inequalities be represented on a number line?
  4. What is the difference between solving equations and solving inequalities?
  5. How do you check if your solution to an inequality is correct?

Tip:

When solving inequalities, always remember to reverse the inequality sign if you multiply or divide by a negative number!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inequalities
Linear Equations

Formulas

Basic inequality manipulation
Distributive property (if applicable)

Theorems

Properties of inequalities (e.g., maintaining direction unless dividing/multiplying by negatives)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8