Question

For what values of x is the in equality 2/3+x/3>1 true

a. x<1
b. x>1
c. x<5
d. x>5

Answer 1

b. x>1

Explanation:

2/3+x/3>1

Multiply the inequality by 3 to get rid of the fractions

3(2/3+x/3)>1*3

2 +x >3

Subtract 2 from each side

2+x-2 >3-2

x>1