Solving Inequalities Using +/−

Solve each inequality and then check your solution.


Define a variable, write an inequality, and solve each problem. Then check your solution.

 

19. A number decreased by 10 is greater than −5.

 

20. A number increased by 2 is at most 6.

 

21. A number increased by −1 is less than 10.

 

22. A number decreased by −4 is at least 9.