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Solve the inequality 3(x-2) + 1 ≥x + 2(x + 2).

O A. x≤ 4
OB. x ≥-5
OC. no solution
OD. all real numbers

Solve the inequality 3(x-2) + 1 ≥x + 2(x + 2). O A. x≤ 4 OB. x ≥-5 OC. no solution-example-1
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Answer: no solution

Step-by-step explanation:

1. distribute through both sides to get 3x-6+1 ≥ x+2x+4

2. then combine like terms to get 3x-5 ≥ 3x+4

3. then make sure like terms are together on either side -> 3x -3x ≥ 4+5 ->

4. since the 3x-3x = 0, there are no solutions

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