Q. Solve for t.−5.1−8.7t<−5(0.2t−19)Write your answer using a decimal, whole number, or fraction in lowest terms.
Distribute and Simplify: Simplify the right side of the inequality by distributing −5 into the parentheses.-5.1 - 8.7t < -5(0.2t - 19)-5.1 - 8.7t < -1t + 95
Combine Like Terms: Combine like terms on the right side.-5.1 - 8.7t < -1t + 95-5.1 < 7.7t + 95
Isolate the Term: Isolate the term containing t by subtracting 95 from both sides.-5.1 - 95 < 7.7t-100.1 < 7.7t
Divide to Solve: Divide both sides by 7.7 to solve for t.-100.1 / 7.7 < tt > -13.013