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In the following question, two statements (i) and (ii) are given. Choose the valid statement. 4x + 1 ≤ x + 10 gives x ≥ 3. 3x − 1 > x gives x > -1/2 - Mathematics

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In the following question, two statements (i) and (ii) are given. Choose the valid statement.

  1. 4x + 1 ≤ x + 10 gives x ≥ 3.
  2. 3x − 1 > x gives x > `-1/2`

Options

  • Only (i)

  • Only (ii)

  • Both (i) and (ii)

  • Neither (i) nor (ii)

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Solution

Neither (i) nor (ii)

Explanation:

Statement (i)

4x + 1 ≤ x + 10

⇒ 4x − x ≤ 10 − 1

⇒ 3x ≤ 9

⇒ x ≤ 3, not x ≥ 3

Statement (ii)

3x − 1 > x

⇒ 3x − x > 1

⇒ 2x > 1

⇒ x > `1/2, "not"  x > −1/2`

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Chapter 4: Linear inequations - Exercise 4C [Page 53]

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Nootan Mathematics [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 4 Linear inequations
Exercise 4C | Q 4. | Page 53
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