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The forum discussion centers on solving a quadratic inequality for the variable x, specifically yielding the solution -6 ≤ x ≤ 3. The participants agree that the provided options in the homework question are incorrect, as they fail to satisfy the derived solution. The consensus is that there is likely a typographical error in the question, leading to confusion regarding the correct answer.

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Homework Statement


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The answer is stated as option A.

However, my solution is -6≤x≤3;
I can seems to find an option that fits the solution.
 

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I agree. The question is wrong.
 
Your solution looks solid. There must be a problem with the question. Just trying values in the options show that you are correct.
7: 49 < 18-21 -- Nope.
-7: 48 < 18+21 -- Nope.
4: 16 < 18-12 -- Nope.
etc.
You can rule out all the options on the page.
 
Man, you've been having a string of bad luck with your textbooks containing faulty problems. If the problems are this bad, I wonder if the material is equally flaky?
 
Agreed, those options are wrong (and your solution is correct). There's probably a typo in either B or C.
 

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