Ethan F.

asked • 02/17/17

eight less than a number is less than 10

I need an inequality and a solution for this.

Padraic H.

Ignore my previous comment: 8 less than a number is: n-8
Therefore: n-8<10
And: n<18
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Padraic H. answered • 02/17/17

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Tim C.

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I believe this is incorrect.  x less than y means y - x, not x - y
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You can edit your answer
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