SOLUTION: 2x/3 - 2< or equal to 8 - x

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Question 115597: 2x/3 - 2< or equal to 8 - x
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 3. 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 6 to both sides


Add 3x to both sides


Combine like terms on the left side


Combine like terms on the right side


Divide both sides by 5 to isolate x



Divide

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