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Answer: DSet 1: Linear Inequalities (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 2x + 3 < x + 8. What is the solution?
Solve: 2x + 3 < x + 8. What is the solution?
A.
x < 11
B.
x > 11
C.
x > 5
D.✓ Correct
x < 5
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. x < 5
Why others are wrong:
A: x < 11 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: x > 11 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: x > 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.