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