Question

Which values are the solutions of the compound inequality? Select all that apply.

-18<5x-8<17

a) -3
b) -1
c) 0
d) 3
e)7
f) 10

Answer 1

b, c, e

Explanation:

First, just simplify the inequality.

-18 < 5x - 8 < 17

-10 < 5x < 25

-2 < x < 5

Answers that fit this inequality:

-1, 0, 3