SOLUTION: How do I simply the linear inequality: x+y>-8 So that Y is on one side like y>3x-2

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Question 378568: How do I simply the linear inequality:
x+y>-8
So that Y is on one side like y>3x-2
Answer by rapaljer(4671) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Just subtract x from each side:
x+y>-8
x-x+y>-x-8
y>-x-8

Dr. Robert J. Rapalje, Retired