Question

1. what is the solution set for the inequality $-4x + 9 \leq -7$?

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Explanation:

Step1: Subtract 9 from both sides

$-4x + 9 - 9 \leq -7 - 9$
$-4x \leq -16$

Step2: Divide by -4, reverse inequality

$\frac{-4x}{-4} \geq \frac{-16}{-4}$
$x \geq 4$

Answer:

$x$ is greater than or equal to $4$