Question

solving linear equations and inequalities: medium
google classroom microsoft teams
3x - 8 ≤ 7
what values of x satisfy the inequality?
choose 1 answer:
a x ≤ -1/3
b x ≥ -1/3
c x ≤ 5
d x ≥ 5

Explanation:

Step1: Add 8 to both sides

$3x - 8+8\leq7 + 8$
$3x\leq15$

Step2: Divide both sides by 3

$\frac{3x}{3}\leq\frac{15}{3}$
$x\leq5$

Answer:

C. $x\leq5$