JAMB Mathematics 2013 Question 16

Question 16

Inequalities

Evaluate 3(x + 2) > 6(x + 3)

  1. A.x < −4
  2. B.x > 4
  3. C.x < 4
  4. D.x > −4
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (x < −4)

Explanation

3x + 6 > 6x + 18 gives −3x > 12, so x < −4 (the sign flips when dividing by −3).