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Algebra Scenarios
CONCEPTS
Tips
• Write out a series of numbers that fits the scenario criteria
• Write down all equations and try to insert the variables from the question into the equation
PRACTICE PROBLEMS
Question 1 If x < y and y < 4, then what is the greatest possible integer value of x + y?
-- Answer -- 7
x < y => x + y < 2y
y < 4 => 2y < 8
x + y < 8
The greatest possible value for x + y = 7
ACT PRACTICE PROBLEMS
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