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WAEC Mathematics 2016 Objective — Question 9

Question 9 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Mathematics 2016 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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9. Which of the following number lines illustrates the solution of the inequality 4 < (1/3)(2x-1) < 5? (Options A-D show number lines)

  • A. Number line A
  • B. Number line B
  • C. Number line C
  • D. Number line DCorrect

Explanation

Solving 4<(1/3)(2x-1)<5 gives 6.5<x<8, matching the number line shown in option D.

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