Linear Inequalities in One or Two Variables

SAT Math· difficulty 4/5

For what values of xx is x3<5|x - 3| < 5 true?

  • A

    8<x<2-8 < x < 2

  • B

    x<2x < -2 or x>8x > 8

  • C

    x<8x < 8

  • D

    2<x<8-2 < x < 8

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Explanation

x3<5|x - 3| < 5 means 5<x3<5-5 < x - 3 < 5, so 2<x<8-2 < x < 8.

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