To solve the inequality \( x - 6 < \frac{x}{4} \), follow these steps:
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Eliminate the fraction by multiplying both sides of the inequality by 4 (the denominator):
\[ 4(x - 6) < x \]
This simplifies to:
\[ 4x - 24 < x \]
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Rearrange the inequality by subtracting \( x \) from both sides:
\[ 4x - x - 24 < 0 \]
Which simplifies to:
\[ 3x - 24 < 0 \]
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Add 24 to both sides of the inequality:
\[ 3x < 24 \]
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Divide both sides by 3:
\[ x < 8 \]
Thus, the solution to the inequality \( x - 6 < \frac{x}{4} \) is:
\[ \boxed{x < 8} \]