SOLUTION: 3 - 5x > -8 I need help breaking down this and getting the answer!

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Question 764685: 3 - 5x > -8 I need help breaking down this and getting the answer!
Answer by fcabanski(1391) About Me  (Show Source):
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Subtract 3 from both sides.


-5x > -11


Divide both sides by -1. When you divide by a - number, flip the inequality.


x < 11/5