Choice A is the correct answer. "Less thAND" $\rightarrow$ Compound inequality.

1. Setup: $-7 \leq 3x - 2 \leq 7$
2. Add 2: $-5 \leq 3x \leq 9$
3. Divide by 3: $-\frac{5}{3} \leq x \leq 3$

?�� Strategic Tip: Add the constant to both sides of the compound inequality.

Choice B is incorrect because it solves the left side incorrectly. Choice C is incorrect because it misses the lower bound. Choice D is incorrect because it treats it as an "or" inequality.