Math Problem Statement

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Solve the inequality for x: 13 - 4x > 37. Simplify your answer as much as possible.

Solution

To solve the inequality 134x>3713 - 4x > 37, let’s proceed step-by-step:

Step 1: Isolate the term with xx.

Subtract 13 from both sides of the inequality: 4x>3713-4x > 37 - 13 4x>24-4x > 24

Step 2: Solve for xx.

Now, divide both sides by -4. Remember that dividing by a negative number reverses the inequality sign: x<244x < \frac{24}{-4} x<6x < -6

Final Answer:

x<6x < -6

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Here are five related questions that build on this problem:

  1. How would the solution change if the inequality were 134x3713 - 4x \geq 37?
  2. Can you explain why dividing by a negative number reverses the inequality sign?
  3. What if the inequality was 13+4x>3713 + 4x > 37? How would you solve it?
  4. How can we check if a particular value of xx satisfies the inequality 134x>3713 - 4x > 37?
  5. If we graph the inequality x<6x < -6 on a number line, what would it look like?

Tip: Always remember to reverse the inequality sign when multiplying or dividing by a negative number.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inequalities

Formulas

Basic inequality solving steps

Theorems

Properties of inequalities (reversing the sign when dividing by a negative)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10