Define a variable, write an inequality and solve the inequality.
Answer to Problem 8CYU
Variable be x.
Inequality equation:
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Negative three times a number plus 4 is less than five times the number plus 8.
Concept Used:
Let the number be x.
Translate the statement into an inequality equation.
Inequality equation:
Calculation:
Inequality equation:
Solve for x:
Solution of the equation:
Thus, solution of the equation
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