Given that x + y < 10 and x – y < 6, which of the following represents all possible values of x?

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A

x < 6

B

x < 7

x < 8

Correct

D

x > 8

E

x > 6

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We can combine the inequalities since they have the same sign. Starting with (x + y <…

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shobithOct 15, 2024

greatt question!

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YuteeshFeb 4, 2025

thank you very much!

What this question tests

Your ability to solve and combine linear inequalities and reason about ranges of values.

Failing to flip the inequality sign when multiplying or dividing by a negative, or missing an inclusive/exclusive endpoint.

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