Question on: JAMB Mathematics - 2024

For what range of values of x is \(\frac{1}{2}x\) + \(\frac{1}{4}\) > \(\frac{1}{3}x\) + \(\frac{1}{2}\)?

A
x < \(\frac{3}{2}\)
B
x > \(\frac{3}{2}\)
C
x < -\(\frac{3}{2}\)
D
x > -\(\frac{3}{2}\)
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Correct Option: B

Start with:

\[ \frac{1}{2}x + \frac{1}{4} > \frac{1}{3}x + \frac{1}{2} \]

Multiply all terms by 12:

\[ 6x + 3 > 4x + 6 \]

Simplify:

\[ 2x > 3 \]
\[ x > \frac{3}{2} \]

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