SOLUTION: the solution to 2x+8>10 is x<1 yes or no?

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Question 769433: the solution to 2x+8>10 is x<1 yes or no?
Answer by fcabanski(1391) About Me  (Show Source):
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2x+8>10


2x > 2 (subtracted 8 from both sides.


x > 1 (divided by 2)


You don't flip the inequality unless you divide or multiply by a negative number. You can check by plugging in a number. For example, for x<1, plug in 0.


2(0) + 8 > 10


8 > 10. No.