1. **State the problem:** Solve the inequality $$|2x - 7| < 1$$ and graph the solution.
2. **Recall the definition of absolute value inequality:** For $$|A| < B$$ where $$B > 0$$, the inequality is equivalent to $$-B < A < B$$.
3. **Apply this to our problem:**
$$|2x - 7| < 1 \implies -1 < 2x - 7 < 1$$
4. **Solve the compound inequality:**
Add 7 to all parts:
$$-1 + 7 < 2x - 7 + 7 < 1 + 7$$
$$6 < 2x < 8$$
5. **Divide all parts by 2:**
$$\frac{6}{2} < \frac{2x}{2} < \frac{8}{2}$$
Show cancellation:
$$\frac{\cancel{6}}{\cancel{2}} < x < \frac{\cancel{8}}{\cancel{2}}$$
Simplify:
$$3 < x < 4$$
6. **Interpretation:** The solution is all $$x$$ values strictly between 3 and 4.
7. **Graphing:** This corresponds to an open interval (3,4) on the number line, meaning open circles at 3 and 4 and shading between them.
**Final answer:** $$3 < x < 4$$
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