Question

what is the solution to the following inequality?
$4x - 7 < 9$
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a $x < 4$
b $x > \frac{1}{2}$
c $x > -16$
d $x < \frac{37}{4}$

Explanation:

Step1: Add 7 to both sides

$4x - 7 + 7 < 9 + 7$
$4x < 16$

Step2: Divide by 4 on both sides

$\frac{4x}{4} < \frac{16}{4}$
$x < 4$

Answer:

A. $x < 4$