The Diameter X (In Inches) of a Batch of Ball

question 16

Multiple Choice

The diameter x (in inches) of a batch of ball bearings manufactured by PAR Manufacturing satisfies the inequality ​ What is the smallest diameter a ball bearing in the batch can have?

• A) 0.78 inches
• B) 0.76 inches
• C) 0.8 inches
• D) 0.75 inches
• E) 0.7 inches

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