Question 1206291
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Combine the given information in a compound inequality:<br>
{{{-5<y-2<=7}}}<br>
Add 2 to all three parts:<br>
{{{-5+2<y-2+2<=7+2}}}
{{{-3<y<=9}}}<br>
ANSWER (in interval notation): (-3,9]<br>
Note the problem says nothing about y having only integer values, as suggested by the response from the other tutor.<br>