If 2(b + 1) < -6, then

Question

a. b < -4
b. b > -4
c. b < -7/2
d. b > -7/2

Answer 1

2 ( b + 1 ) < - 6 Divide both sides by 2

b + 1 < - 3

Subtract 1 to both sides

b + 1 - 1 < - 3 - 1

b < - 4

Answer: a