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