Question 16
InequalitiesSolve the inequality: 3(x + 1) ≤ 5(x + 2) + 15.
- A.x ≥ −14
- B.x ≤ −14
- C.x ≤ −11
- D.x ≥ −11
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (x ≥ −11)
Explanation
3x + 3 ≤ 5x + 25, so −2x ≤ 22. Dividing by −2 reverses the sign: x ≥ −11.