SOLUTION: how do I solve 2x + 3 -7x is greater than or equal to 12?

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Question 307442: how do I solve 2x + 3 -7x is greater than or equal to 12?
Answer by rapaljer(4671) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2x%2B+3-7x+%3E=12
-5x%2B3%3E=12
-5x%3E=9

Divide both sides by -5, but remember that when you divide both sides by a NEGATIVE number, you REVERSE the inequality!!

x%3C=-9%2F5

Dr. Robert J. Rapalje, Retired