6

Set 2: Linear Inequalities (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

Solve: 3x - 9 < x + 7. What is the largest integer solution?

Solve: 3x - 9 < x + 7. What is the largest integer solution?

A.

7

✓ Correct
B.

6

C.

8

D.

9

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. 2x < 16, x < 8, largest is 7

Why others are wrong:
B: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.