Question 27
InequalitiesSolve the inequality 3x − 8 ≥ 5x
- A.x ≤ 4
- B.x ≥ 1
- C.x ≤ −4
- D.x ≤ −1
- E.x < 2.
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Answer: C (x ≤ −4)
Explanation
3x − 5x ≥ 8 gives −2x ≥ 8. Dividing by −2 reverses the sign: x ≤ −4.
Solve the inequality 3x − 8 ≥ 5x
Answer: C (x ≤ −4)
3x − 5x ≥ 8 gives −2x ≥ 8. Dividing by −2 reverses the sign: x ≤ −4.