SOLUTION: Solve using the multiplication principle -2x > 1/9 The solution set is {x|x__ ___} Type an inequality symbol and a fraction Is the answer < - 1/18?

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Question 313751: Solve using the multiplication principle
-2x > 1/9
The solution set is {x|x__ ___}
Type an inequality symbol and a fraction
Is the answer < - 1/18?

Answer by rapaljer(4671)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Multiply both sides of the inequality by . When you do, remember that when you multiply or divide both sides of an inequality by a NEGATIVE number, you must REVERSE the inequality.




Solution set is {x|x<-1/18}.

Yes, you are correct!

Dr. Robert J. Rapalje, Retired

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