Question 19
InequalitiesFor what range of values of x is ½x + ¼ > ⅓x + ½?
- A.x > −3/2
- B.x > 3/2
- C.x < 3/2
- D.x < −3/2
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (x > 3/2)
Explanation
½x − ⅓x > ½ − ¼ gives x/6 > ¼, so x > 3/2.
For what range of values of x is ½x + ¼ > ⅓x + ½?
Answer: B (x > 3/2)
½x − ⅓x > ½ − ¼ gives x/6 > ¼, so x > 3/2.