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The inequality is \"\"

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Apply multiplication property of inequality: Multiply each side by negative 4.5.

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\"\"

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\"\"                      (Cancel common terms)

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\"\"                                         ( Multiply:\"\")

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Graph the solution set on a number line

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Note: A dot means that this point is included in the solution set. \"\"

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Check:

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To check, substitute a number less than 45  in equality \"\".

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\"\"                      (substitute:x=45)

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\"\"                          (Divide: \"\" )

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The inequality is true.\"\"

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The inequality solution is \"\"