(i)[3]
Solve for $x$ in $|2x - 7| < |2x - 9|$.
(ii)[2]
Hence find the largest integer $n$ that satisfies the inequality $|2\ln n - 7| < |2\ln n - 9|$.
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Algebra
Solve for $x$ in $|2x - 7| < |2x - 9|$.
Hence find the largest integer $n$ that satisfies the inequality $|2\ln n - 7| < |2\ln n - 9|$.
This 5-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “State or imply the non-modular inequality $(2x-7)^2 < (2x-9)^2$, or an equivalent equation or linear equation, with the signs of $2x$ opposite” …