Question

1. -1 < b - 10 + (-2)

Explanation:

Step1: Simplify the constant terms

$10 + (-2) = 8$, so the inequality becomes:
$-1 < b - 8$

Step2: Isolate $b$ by adding 8 to both sides

Add 8 to each side to solve for $b$:
$-1 + 8 < b - 8 + 8$

Answer:

$7 < b$ (or $b > 7$)