Question

3.1 solve and graph inequalities: problem 8 (1 point) solve the inequality 8x + 9 < 0 answer: x instructions: enter either <, >, >= or <= in the first answer box. enter a number in the se note: in order to get credit for this problem all answers must be correct. preview my answers submit answers you have attempted this problem 0 times. you have unlimited attempts remaining. email instructor

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate the term with x

Subtract 9 from both sides of the inequality $8x + 9<0$.
$8x+9 - 9<0 - 9$
$8x<-9$

Step2: Solve for x

Divide both sides of the inequality by 8.
$x<-\frac{9}{8}$

Answer:

$x<-\frac{9}{8}$