Question

solve the inequality and graph the solution.
2 > 18 + 16b
plot the endpoints. select an endpoint to change it from closed to open. select the middle of the segment, ray, or line to delete it.

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate the term with b

Subtract 18 from both sides.
$2-18>18 + 16b-18$
$-16>16b$

Step2: Solve for b

Divide both sides by 16.
$\frac{-16}{16}>\frac{16b}{16}$
$-1>b$ or $b < - 1$

Answer:

The solution of the inequality is $b < - 1$. On the number - line, there is an open circle at - 1 and the line extends to the left of - 1.