Use an inequality to solve the problem. Be sure to show the inequality and all of your work.

A 12-pound puppy is gaining weight at a rate of 2/3 pound per week. How much more time will it take for the puppy’s weight to exceed 37 pounds?

12 + (2/3) t > 37

t is the number of weeks.

(2/3) t > 25
t > 37.5