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If |3x - 6| < 9, which of the following represents the possible range for x?

A -1 < x < 5
B -5 < x < 1
C x < -1 or x > 5
D x < -5 or x > 1

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

The inequality |3x - 6| < 9 can be written as -9 < 3x - 6 < 9. Add 6 to all parts: -9 + 6 < 3x < 9 + 6, which simplifies to -3 < 3x < 15. Divide all parts by 3: -1 < x < 5.

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