SOLUTION: I am having trouble with this problem and I was wondering if you could help. My problem is 7(x - 2) < -5 And could you explain how you got it. Please and Thank you

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Question 186876: I am having trouble with this problem and I was wondering if you could help.
My problem is 7(x - 2) < -5
And could you explain how you got it.
Please and Thank you
Answer by checkley77(12844) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
7(x - 2) < -5
7x-14<-5
7x<-5+14
7x<9
x<9/7 ans.
Proof:
x=8/7
7(8/7-2)<-5
8-14<-5
-6<-5