Tell whether the value is a solution of the inequality. 5-x< ; 8 x=-3

Answer 1

5-(-3) < 8

*subtracting a negative number is the same as adding a positive number*

5+3 < 8

8 < 8, False, 8 is not less than 8.

This would be a true solution if the problem stated less than OR equal to (≤).