Math Problem Statement
Solve:
4
x
−
8
− 4
The answer has form:
x < A
x
A
Where
A
Solution
Let's solve the inequality step by step:
Step 1: Add 8 to both sides
Step 2: Divide both sides by 4
Solution:
The answer is of the form , where .
Let me know if you would like further details or have any questions. Here are some related questions:
- How do you solve inequalities with negative coefficients?
- What happens when you divide or multiply both sides of an inequality by a negative number?
- How do you graph the solution to the inequality on a number line?
- What are the steps to solving multi-step inequalities?
- Can inequalities have multiple solutions or be solved using interval notation?
Tip: Always reverse the inequality sign when multiplying or dividing both sides of an inequality by a negative number.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Inequalities
Formulas
Solving linear inequalities: ax + b > c
Theorems
Inequality property: Adding/subtracting and multiplying/dividing both sides by positive numbers does not change the inequality direction
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9