To solve the inequality 5x < 12:
1. Divide both sides by 5 to isolate x:
5x/5 < 12/5
x < 2.4
2. Rewrite 2.4 as a mixed number:
2.4 = 2 + 0.4 = 2 + 4/10 = 2 + 2/5
Therefore, the solution to the inequality 5x < 12 is x < 2 2/5.
Solve 5x<12
. Write the improper fraction in your answer as a mixed number. Make sure to write your inequality so that x
comes first. Explain your work.
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