Solve x + 8 > 10

x < 2

x > 18

x < 18

x > 2

1 answer

Let's solve the inequality step by step:

  1. Start with the inequality:
    \( x + 8 > 10 \)

  2. Subtract 8 from both sides:
    \( x > 10 - 8 \)
    \( x > 2 \)

So, the solution to the inequality \( x + 8 > 10 \) is \( x > 2 \).

Now, looking at the additional inequalities you provided:

  • \( x < 2 \)
  • \( x > 18 \)
  • \( x < 18 \)
  • \( x > 2 \)

From this, we see that:

  • \( x > 2 \) is valid and aligns with the condition we derived from \( x + 8 > 10 \).
  • \( x < 2 \) contradicts \( x > 2 \), so it's not valid.
  • \( x > 18 \) does not contradict \( x > 2 \), but it is a more specific condition.
  • \( x < 18 \) can be valid, but it’s less specific.

Therefore, the only condition that aligns with \( x + 8 > 10 \) is \( x > 2 \). If we take \( x > 18 \) into account (as it is more restrictive than \( x > 2 \)), then \( x \) should satisfy both. So, the system of inequalities would ultimately suggest the valid solution is:

Valid range: \( x > 18 \).