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Three times a certain number (x), minus 2 is less than the number minus 6.Find...

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Three times a certain number (x), minus 2 is less than the number minus 6.Find the possible values of x. 

  • A. x <-2
  • B. x>2
  • C. x>-2
  • D. x<2
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Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation

Three times a certain number (x) = 3x

minus 2 = -2

is less than = <

the number minus 6 = x -6

Mathematically; 3x - 2 < x - 6

collect like terms

3x - x < -6 + 2

2x < -4

x < -2 is  the possible values of x

 

 

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