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Determine which integer will make the inequality x − 3 > 15 true.

D: S:{15}
A: S:{17}
B: S:{18}
C: S:{30}

User Ezekiel
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Answer : The Last One

Explanation - When substituted for X the equation becomes 30-3 > 15 which simplifies to 27 is greater than 15. Which is Indeed true.
User Dushyant
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Answer:

c) S : {30}

Explanation:

a) S : {17}

→ 17 - 3 > 15

→ 14 < 15

So, it is not suitable.

b) S : {18}

→ 18 - 3 > 15

→ 15 = 15

So, it is not suitable.

c) S : {30}

→ 30 - 3 > 15

→ 27 > 15

So, it is correct answer.

d) S : {15}

→ 15 - 3 > 15

→ 12 < 15

So, it is not suitable.

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