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JAMB Mathematics 2015 Objective — Question 19

Question 19 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Mathematics 2015 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Solve the inequality (1/3)x + 1/4 > (1/2)x + 1/3.

  • A. x < −1
  • B. x > −1/2
  • C. x > −1
  • D. x < −1/2Correct

Explanation

Multiplying through by 12 and simplifying gives −2x > 1, so x < −1/2.

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