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Set 5: Linear Inequalities (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: B

PROBLEM

Solve: 5x - 5 < 35. What is the largest integer solution?

Solve: 5x - 5 < 35. What is the largest integer solution?

A.

8

B.

7

✓ Correct
C.

35

D.

6

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is the best answer. 5x < 40, x < 8, largest is 7

Why others are wrong:
A: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 35 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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