What is the solution of the inequality -0.4x - 1.2> 0.8

You are measuring the dimensions of the floor in your bedroom because you are planning to buy new carpet. which unit of measure is the most appropriate to use in this situation?

When x = 3 and y = 5, by how much does the value of 3x2 – 2y exceed the value of 2x2 – 3y ?

Me with this assignment ! i only partially understand, so explain. also it's a work sample. at the championship bike race, steve and paula were fighting for first place. steve was 175 feet ahead of paula and had only 300 feet left to go. he was very tired and was going only 9 feet per second. paula was desperate to catch up and was going 15 feet per second. who won the bike race and by how far did she/he win?