Solve for the solution set:

−5a −18 < 27

1 answer

To solve the inequality, first add 18 to both sides:

- 5a - 18 + 18 < 27 + 18
- 5a < 45

Next, divide by -5 to solve for 'a':
-5a/-5 < 45/-5
a > -9

Therefore, the solution set for the inequality -5a - 18 < 27 is a > -9.