Chapter A.9, Problem 40AYU

To determine

To fill: in the blank with the correct inequality symbol.

Answer to Problem 40AYU

$x + 4 < 0$

Explanation of Solution

Given:

If $x < -4$, then $x + 4 \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 0$.

$x < -4$

$x + 4 < -4 + 4$(Add 4 on both sides)

$x + 4 < 0$