Cate solved an inequality to find c, the possible number of cats that a shelter can house. She found that c < 28. Which statement best describes a possible solution to Cate’s problem?
Answer
A
The shelter can house 15.6 cats because 15.6 < 28.
B
The shelter can house –8 cats because –8 < 28.
C
The shelter can house 17 cats because 17 < 28.
D
The shelter can house 28 cats because 28 < 28.
Explanation
The inequality c < 28 means the number of cats must be less than 28. Since cats are counted in whole numbers, 17 is a possible number. The shelter cannot house 15.6 cats or −8 cats, and 28 is not less than 28.
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