5
Answer: BSet 4: Linear Inequalities (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 2x + 9 > x + 15. What is the smallest integer solution?
Solve: 2x + 9 > x + 15. What is the smallest integer solution?
A.
6
B.✓ Correct
7
C.
8
D.
5
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. x > 6, smallest is 7
Why others are wrong:
A: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.