Which symbol creates a true sentence when x equals 3? 8 • 3 – 4x 7(10 – x) a. = b.. ≈ c. < d.>

8 * 3 - 4x 7(10 - x)

First simplify. Multiply 8 with 3, and distribute 7 to all terms in the parenthesis

24 - 4x 70 - 7x

Set as an equal sign.

-4x + 24 = 70 - 7x

Solve for x. Add 7x to both sides, and subtract 24 from both sides

-4x (+7x) + 24 (-24) = 70 (-24) - 7x (+7x)

-4x + 7x = 70 - 24

3x = 46

Isolate the x. divide 3 to both sides

3x/3 = 46/3

x = 15.33 (rounded)

Plug in 15.33 for x in the equation:

24 - 4x 70 - 7x

24 - 4(15.33) 70 - 7(15.33)

Simplify

24 - 62.32 70 - 107.31

Simplify

-38.32 -37.31

To make this "equation" correct, use the right sign.

-38.32 < - 37.31

c. < should be your answer

hope this helps

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