Question

what value of x is in the solution set of 3(x-4)>/= 5x+2

Answer 1

3(x - 4) > = 5x + 2....distribute the 3 thru the parenthesis
3x - 12 > = 5x + 2
3x - 5x > = 2 + 12
-2x > = 14...change the inequality sign because dividing by a negative
x < = -7