The inequality 10.45b + 56.50 < 292.67 is used to find the number of boxes (b) that can be loaded on a truck without exceeding the weight limit of the truck. The solution is written as b < 22.6. Which statement best describes the meaning of the solution?

We solve the inequality by subtracting 56.50 from both sides of the equation,

10.45b + 56.50 - 56.50 < 292.67 - 56.50

10.45b < 236.17

Then, divide both sides of the inequality by 10.45

b < 22.6

The solution suggests that the number of boxes than can be loaded on a truck without exceeding the weight limit of the truck should always be lesser than 22.6. Since we are talking about number of boxes, the maximum number of boxes that can be loaded should only be 22.

The truck can hold up to 22 boxes.