SOLUTION: How do you solve a problem like this: 2(x+3)/5>2x-6
Do you have to get a denominator of five on both sides?
Also, 2(x+3)/5 means 2(x+3)
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Question 641710: How do you solve a problem like this: 2(x+3)/5>2x-6
Do you have to get a denominator of five on both sides?
Also, 2(x+3)/5 means 2(x+3) OVER 5
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given inequality.
Multiply both sides by 5.
Distribute.
Subtract from both sides.
Subtract from both sides.
Combine like terms on the left side.
Combine like terms on the right side.
Divide both sides by to isolate . note: Remember, the inequality sign flips when we divide both sides by a negative number.
Reduce.
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