Set 5: Linear Inequalities (Intermediate)

Choice C is correct. Choice C is the correct answer. Clear the fraction first, then solve systematically. 1. Subtract 4: $\frac{5 x-3}{2} < 5$ 2. Multiply by 2: $5x - 3 < 10$ 3. Add 3: $5x < 13$ 4. Divide by 5: $x < \frac{13}{5} = 2.6$ Strategic Tip: Multiplying both sides by a positive number (like 2) doesn't change inequality direction. Choice A is incorrect because it likely comes from incorrect arithmetic when combining constants. Choice B is incorrect because it reverses the direction without justification. Choice D is incorrect because it combines wrong direction with the correct value.