9
Answer: BSet 3: Linear Inequalities (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: x + 12 > 20. What is the smallest integer solution?
Solve: x + 12 > 20. What is the smallest integer solution?
A.
8
B.✓ Correct
9
C.
7
D.
12
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. x > 8, smallest is 9
Why others are wrong:
A: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 12 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.