passwella.
Menu

WAEC Mathematics 1994 Question 17

Question 17

Inequalities

If x is positive, for what range of values of x is 4 + 3x < 10?

  1. A.0 < x < 2
  2. B.x < 2
  3. C.1 < x < 2
  4. D.0 < x < 4¾
  5. E.0 > x > 2
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (0 < x < 2)

Explanation

3x < 6 gives x < 2. Since x is positive, x > 0 as well, so 0 < x < 2.