What is 5x + 12 < 2 ?

x < -2

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

Brackets Parenthesis Exponents Multiplication Division Addition Subtraction Left to Right

Algebra I

Equality Properties

Multiplication Property of Equality Division Property of Equality Addition Property of Equality Subtraction Property of Equality

Terms/Coefficients

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify.

5x + 12 < 2

Step 2: Solve for x

[Subtraction Property of Equality] Subtract 12 on both sides:                       5x < -10[Division Property of Equality] Divide 5 on both sides:                                 x < -2

x < - 2

Step-by-step explanation:

5x + 12 < 2 ( subtract 12 from both sides )

5x < - 10 ( divide both sides by 5 )

x < - 2

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