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Which value of x is a solution to the inequality (x + 3)/6 > (x/4) + 1?

a. x = 4
b. x = 3
c. x = 1
d. x = -3

User Razze
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Final answer:

To solve the inequality, isolate x on one side of the equation by performing algebraic operations step-by-step. The solution is x > 12.

Step-by-step explanation:

To solve the inequality, we need to isolate x on one side of the equation. Let's do that step-by-step.

Multiplying both sides of the inequality by 6 (the denominator of the first fraction) gives us: x + 3 > 6(x/4) + 6

Simplifying, we get: x + 3 > 3/2(x) + 6

Subtracting 3/2(x) and 6 from both sides: x - 3/2(x) - 6 > 0

Combining like terms: 1/2(x) - 6 > 0

Multiplying both sides by 2 to eliminate the denominator: x - 12 > 0

Adding 12 to both sides: x > 12

So, x is greater than 12.

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