Linear Equations and Inequalities

Linear Equations and Inequalities

Secondary 3

The number \(k\) is an integer. The inequality \[3x+2<k\] has exactly \(1,2,3,4\) as its positive integer solutions.
Find every possible value of \(k\). Explain why your values allow \(x=4\) but exclude \(x=5\).

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Answer:\(k=15,16,17\).

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