How do you solve #4x + 10> 2x + 5#?

1 Answer
Oct 27, 2016

#x > -2 1/2#

Explanation:

Treat in the same way as an equation - unless you multiply or divide by a negative number, in which case the inequality sign changes around.

#4x+10 > 2x +5" "larr -2x# on both sides

#4x-2x +10 > 5" "larr -10# on both sides

#2x > 5-10#

#2x > -5" "larr div 2# on both sides

#x > -2 1/2#