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Solve the given inequality for real\(x: \frac{x}{4} < \frac{(5x-2)}{3} -\frac{ (7x-3)}{5}\).

Updated On: Jan 23, 2026
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Solution and Explanation

Given Inequality:

\(\frac{x}{4} < \frac{5x-2}{3} - \frac{7x-3}{5}\)


Step 1: Take LCM of denominators (4, 3, 5)

LCM = 60

Multiply both sides by 60:

\(15x < 20(5x-2) - 12(7x-3)\)


Step 2: Simplify the right-hand side

20(5x − 2) = 100x − 40

12(7x − 3) = 84x − 36

So,

Right-hand side = 100x − 40 − 84x + 36 = 16x − 4


Step 3: Form the inequality

15x < 16x − 4


Step 4: Solve the inequality

15x − 16x < −4

−x < −4

Dividing by −1 (inequality sign reverses):

\(x > 4\) 


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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