Question

Choose an appropriate value of x that makes each inequality true.(x + 12)/8 < 2
A. 6
B. -4
C. 7
D. 8

Answer 1

To solve this inequality, we need to isolate x.

First, let's multiply both sides of the inequality by 8 to eliminate the fraction:

8 * [(x + 12)/8] < 2 * 8

Simplifying, we get:

x + 12 < 16

Now, let's subtract 12 from both sides of the inequality:

x + 12 - 12 < 16 - 12

Simplifying, we get:

x < 4

Therefore, we need to find a value of x that is less than 4.

Looking at the answer choices, the value of x that is less than 4 is -4.

So, the correct answer is B. -4.