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Solve the given inequality for real x: 2(2x + 3) - 10 < 6 (x - 2).

Updated On: Jan 23, 2026
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Solution and Explanation

Given Inequality:

\(2(2x + 3) - 10 < 6(x - 2)\)


Step 1: Expand both sides

Left-hand side:

\(2(2x + 3) - 10 = 4x + 6 - 10 = 4x - 4\)

Right-hand side:

\(6(x - 2) = 6x - 12\)


Step 2: Form the inequality

\(4x - 4 < 6x - 12\)


Step 3: Solve the inequality

Subtract 4x from both sides:

\(-4 < 2x - 12\)

Add 12 to both sides:

\(8 < 2x\)

Divide both sides by 2:

\(x > 4\)


Graphical Representation on Number Line:

An open circle at 4 and the region to the right of 4 is shaded.


Final Answer:

The solution set is  
{ x ∣ x > 4 }

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