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Six times a number increased by 4 is greater than 40.
Write the inequality that represents the given statement then solve.
Can the number be less than 7? Explain your answer.

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Answer:

6x + 4 > 40

Step-by-step explanation:

1st step: Transpose the 4.

6x + 4 > 40

- 4 -4

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6x > 40 - 4

2nd step: Subtract 4 from 40.

6x > 36

3rd step: Divide both sides by 6.

x > 7

So the number cannot be less than 7 because it makes the inequality false.

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