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Answer: DSet 3: Linear Inequalities (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 2x + 8 < 20. What is the largest integer solution?
Solve: 2x + 8 < 20. What is the largest integer solution?
A.
6
B.
4
C.
10
D.✓ Correct
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Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. 2x < 12, x < 6, largest is 5
Why others are wrong:
A: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.