Three times a certain number (x), minus 2 is less than the number minus 6.Find the possible values of x.
A
x <-2
B
x>2
C
x>-2
D
x<2
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Three times a certain number (x) = 3x
minus 2 = -2
is less than = <
the number minus 6 = x -6
Mathematically; 3x - 2 < x - 6
collect like terms
3x - x < -6 + 2
2x < -4
x < -2 is the possible values of x
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #64404)