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Which represents the solution for the inequality 2x-5>7

a.x>2
b.x>4
c.x>6
d.>10

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To solve the inequality 2x - 5 > 7, we can first add 5 to both sides:

2x - 5 + 5 > 7 + 5

Simplifying, we get:

2x > 12

Then, we can divide both sides by 2:

2x/2 > 12/2

Simplifying, we get:

x > 6

Therefore, the solution for the inequality 2x - 5 > 7 is x > 6, which is option c.
User Ben Rockey
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Answer: C. x>6

Step-by-step explanation:

2x-5 >7 (Move the constant to the right)

2x >7+5 (Calculate)

2x >12 (Divide both sides by 2)

x> 6 Answer

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