Question 1200162
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Write inequality as you read the problem

    x - 8000 < 20000.



To solve, add 8000 to both sides.  You will get then

    x - 8000 + 8000 < 20000 + 8000.



Combine like terms.  You will get

    x < 28000.



It is your <U>ANSWER</U>.
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The problem is just solved.


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