Question

How do you solve `2x + 6\leq - 4`?

Answer 1

`x<=-5`

Explanation:

Subtract 6 from both sides of the inequation.

`2xcancel(+6)cancel(-6)<=-4-6`

`rArr2x<=-10`

To solve for x, divide both sides by 2.

`(cancel(2) x)/cancel(2)<=(-10)/(2)`

`rArrx<=-5" is the solution"`

Answer 2

Solve for x by combining like terms

Explanation:

`2x + 6\leq -4`

Subract 6 from both sides
`2x\leq -10`

Get x by itself, divide by 2
`x\leq -5`