SOLUTION: 2/5a - 4 < 2

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Question 118235: 2/5a - 4 < 2
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Start with the given inequality



Multiply both sides by the LCM of 5. This will eliminate the fractions (note: if you need help with finding the LCM, check out this solver)



Distribute and multiply the LCM to each side



Add 20 to both sides


Combine like terms on the right side


Divide both sides by 2 to isolate a



Divide

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