SOLUTION: The question is 6 the solution. the problem is y-8>2y-3 and then I am given these inequalites to work with 6,-19,-15,-2 This is new to me so I don't even know where to start.

Question 349800: The question is 6 the solution. the problem is y-8>2y-3
and then I am given these inequalites to work with 6,-19,-15,-2 This is new to me so I don't even know where to start.
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
First, let's solve the given inequality

Start with the given inequality.

Add to 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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Answer:

So the answer is

So ANY number that is less than -5 is a solution to the original inequality.

So for example, 6 is NOT a solution as it is NOT less than -5. However, -19 and -12 are both solutions since they are both less than -5.

Alternatively, you can plug in each possible solution into the given inequality and evaluate each side. If you get a true statement, then that given possible solution is actually a solution. If you get a false statement, then it's not a solution.

If you need more help, email me at jim_thompson5910@hotmail.com

Also, feel free to check out my tutoring website

Jim
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