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Question 152157: how do I solve 4+ x<-2
Answer by vleith(2983) About Me  (Show Source):
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Solve using the same techniques you use to solve equations. Just remember that when solving inequalities, if you multiply or divide by a negative number, you must change the direction of the inequality. This problem only uses addition and subtraction, so no need to change the direction.
4+%2Bx+%3C+-2 Subtract 4 from each side to get
x+%3C+-6+
This tells us that any value of x that is less than a negative 6 will satisfy the inequality