Question

Use inverse operations to solve for x:

-8x > 24

(1 point)
Responses

x > -3
x > -3

x < 3
x < 3

x > 3
x > 3

x < -3

Answer 1

To solve the inequality \(-8x > 24\) using inverse operations, follow these steps:

1. Divide both sides of the inequality by \(-8\). Remember to reverse the inequality sign when dividing by a negative number:

\[
x < \frac{24}{-8}
\]

2. Simplify the right side:

\[
x < -3
\]

So the solution is:

**x < -3**