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Answer: CSet 2: Linear Inequalities (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 2x + 6 >= 5x - 9. What is the solution?
Solve: 2x + 6 >= 5x - 9. What is the solution?
A.
x >= -1
B.
x <= -5
C.✓ Correct
x <= 5
D.
x >= 5
Detailed Explanation
Choice C is the best answer. 15 >= 3x, x <= 5
Why others are wrong:
A: x >= -1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: x <= -5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: x >= 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.