−2/3x−20= 34

Answer 1

To solve for x, we need to isolate x on one side of the equation.

First, we can add 20 to both sides:

-2/3x - 20 + 20 = 34 + 20

Simplifying, we get:

-2/3x = 54

Next, we can multiply both sides by the reciprocal of -2/3, which is -3/2. Remember, when we multiply or divide by a negative number, we have to switch the direction of the inequality sign:

(-3/2) * (-2/3)x > (54) * (-3/2)

Simplifying, we get:

x < -81

Therefore, the solution for x is x < -81.

Answer 2

Why did the bot suddenly introduce an inequality sign ??

ok up to

-2/3x = 54
multiply both sides by -3/2
x = (-3/2)(54) = -81

so x = -81

Answer 3

You are correct, I apologize for the error in introducing an inequality sign unnecessarily. The solution should be x = -81.