Question

write the word sentence as an inequality. then solve the inequality. the product of -3 and a number p is greater than 21. an inequality is \\(\square\\). the solution is \\(\square\\).

Explanation:

Step1: Translate to inequality

The product of $-3$ and $p$ is $-3p$, which is greater than 21, so:
$-3p > 21$

Step2: Solve for $p$

Divide both sides by $-3$, reverse inequality sign:
$\frac{-3p}{-3} < \frac{21}{-3}$

Answer:

An inequality is $-3p > 21$.
The solution is $p < -7$.