What is the solution of the inequalities 5x + 3 < 8x - 9 and 2x + 20 > 5x + 2?

  1. A. 4 < x < 6
  2. B. 3 < x < 5
  3. C. x < 3 or x > 5
  4. D. x < 4 or x > 6

Correct Answer: A. 4 < x < 6

Explanation

For the first inequality: 5x + 3 < 8x - 9 \Rightarrow 12 < 3x \Rightarrow x > 4. For the second: 2x + 20 > 5x + 2 \Rightarrow 18 > 3x \Rightarrow x < 6. Combining both yields 4 < x < 6.

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