Question

What is the solution to the compound inequality 2 < 3x - 1 < 5

Answer 1

1 < x < 2

Explanation:

2 < 3x - 1 < 5

Add 1 to each side

2+1 < 3x - 1+1 < 5+1

3 < 3x < 6

Divide all sides by 3

3/3 < 3x/3 < 6/3

1 < x < 2