Grade 9 · Math
Solve an inequality with a negative coefficient
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Solve the inequality -5x > -5.
- x ≥ 1
- x < 1
- x ≤ 1
- x > 1
See the answer & why
x < 1
Divide both sides by -5. Dividing by a negative reverses the inequality, giving x < 1.
A little hint: Reverse the inequality symbol when multiplying or dividing both sides by a negative number.
Isolate the variable term and identify the sign of its coefficient.
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