Question

Solve −3(x+3)>−30
(2 points)
x
>
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13
-13
7
-7

Answer 1

To solve the inequality \(-3(x + 3) > -30\), follow these steps:

1. Divide both sides by -3. Remember that when you divide or multiply by a negative number, you must reverse the direction of the inequality.

\[
x + 3 < 10 \quad \text{(because } -30 \div -3 = 10\text{)}
\]

2. Now, subtract 3 from both sides:

\[
x < 10 - 3
\]
\[
x < 7
\]

Thus, the solution to the inequality is:

\[
x < 7
\]

So the correct answer is \(x < 7\).