UI Post-UTME Mathematics 2014 Question 19

Question 19

Inequalities

Solve the inequality (y − 3)/2 < (2y − 1)/3

  1. A.y < 7
  2. B.y < −7
  3. C.y > −7
  4. D.y > 7
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (y > −7)

Explanation

Multiply by 6: 3y − 9 < 4y − 2, so −y < 7 and y > −7.