To solve the linear inequality \(2x + 1 < -3\), follow these steps:
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Subtract 1 from both sides: \[ 2x < -3 - 1 \] \[ 2x < -4 \]
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Divide both sides by 2: \[ x < \frac{-4}{2} \] \[ x < -2 \]
Thus, the solution to the inequality is:
\[ x < -2 \]
Solve the linear inequality.
2x+1<−3
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