Solve the inequality 3x + 4 ≤ 2x − 7.
Correct answer: A. x ≤ −11
- A. x ≤ −11
- B. x ≥ −11
- C. x < 11
- D. x > 11
Explanation
Subtracting 2x and 4 from both sides gives x ≤ −11. The inequality sign does not reverse because the coefficient of x is positive when the final step is made.
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