What is the solution to the inequality 16x - 70x < 27?

16x-70x=-64

-64x "27.

x > - 0.5

Step by Step Solution:

Step 1: Combine like terms

16x - 70x < 27

-54x < 27

Step 2: Divide both sides by - 54

-54x < 27

-54x / - 54 < 27 / - 54

Since you divide by a negative, you must flip the sign

x > - 0.5

Answer: x > - 0.5