Answer:
D) (0.59, 3.35)
Step-by-step explanation:
The inequality for the thickness of the metal bars is:
[tex]|x-1.971| \leq1.38[/tex]
In order for this inequality to be true, the following conditions must be met:
[tex]x-1.971 \leq1.38\\x-1.971 \geq -1.38[/tex]
The range of thickness "x" that fits the inequality is:
[tex]x -1.971 \leq1.38\\x\leq 3.351\\x-1.971 \geq -1.38\\x\geq 0.591\\0.59\leq x\leq 3.35[/tex]
Thickness ranges from 0.59 to 3.35 units.