Math Problem Statement

$$$$ X/3-1<4

Solution

The given inequality is:

X31<4\frac{X}{3} - 1 < 4

To solve for XX, follow these steps:

  1. Add 1 to both sides to get rid of the constant on the left side: X3<4+1\frac{X}{3} < 4 + 1 X3<5\frac{X}{3} < 5

  2. Multiply both sides by 3 to solve for XX: X<5×3X < 5 \times 3 X<15X < 15

Thus, the solution is:

X<15X < 15

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How would the solution change if the inequality was X/314X/3 - 1 \leq 4?
  2. What happens if you reverse the inequality (e.g., X/31>4X/3 - 1 > 4)?
  3. How can you graph this inequality on a number line?
  4. Can you solve a similar inequality, 2X/5+3>72X/5 + 3 > 7?
  5. What is the importance of flipping the inequality sign when multiplying by a negative number?

Tip: Always be cautious when multiplying or dividing both sides of an inequality by a negative number—remember to reverse the inequality!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inequalities
Linear Equations

Formulas

Basic inequality manipulation
Multiplication and addition on both sides of an inequality

Theorems

Inequality properties
The Addition Property of Inequality
The Multiplication Property of Inequality

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8