WAEC Mathematics 2001 Question 17

Question 17

Inequalities

If (y − 3)/2 < (2y − 1)/3, which of the following is true?

  1. A.y > 7
  2. B.y < −7
  3. C.y > −7
  4. D.y < 7
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Answer: C (y > −7)

Explanation

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