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For which values of x is the inequality 3(1 + x) < x + 6 true?

A)0 & 1
B)2&3
C)4 & 5
D)6&7

User Sofr
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If you were to substitute these numbers in the equation, the only numbers you would get is (0,1)

ANSWER:A) 2& amp; 1
User FelEnd
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Answer: (0,1)

Explanation:

3*(1+x)<x+6

3*1+3*x<x+6

3+3x<x+6

-x -x

2x+3<6

-3 -3

2x<3

x<3/2

so x<1.5

on (0,1) the inequality is true

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