Math Problem Statement

-3x+1y is less than or equal to -3 graph it

Solution

To graph the inequality 3x+y3-3x + y \leq -3, we need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Rewrite the inequality in slope-intercept form

The slope-intercept form is y=mx+by = mx + b, where mm is the slope and bb is the y-intercept. First, solve for yy:

3x+y3-3x + y \leq -3

Add 3x3x to both sides:

y3x3y \leq 3x - 3

Step 2: Graph the boundary line

The boundary line corresponds to the equation y=3x3y = 3x - 3. Since the inequality is "less than or equal to," the line will be solid, indicating that points on the line are included in the solution.

  1. Slope: 33 (rise/run = 3/1)
  2. Y-intercept: 3-3 (this is where the line crosses the y-axis)

Plot the y-intercept at (0,3)(0, -3), then use the slope to find another point. From (0,3)(0, -3), move up 3 units and 1 unit to the right to get the point (1,0)(1, 0).

Step 3: Shade the region

Since the inequality is y3x3y \leq 3x - 3, you will shade below the line, because yy is less than or equal to the line.

I'll graph this for you:

  1. A solid line through (0,3)(0, -3) and (1,0)(1, 0).
  2. Shaded region below the line.

Let me know if you'd like me to generate a visual representation of the graph!


Would you like more details on this process? Here are some questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. How do you convert inequalities to slope-intercept form?
  2. What does the slope of a line represent in a graph?
  3. Why do we use a solid line for \leq or \geq inequalities?
  4. How do you determine which region to shade in an inequality graph?
  5. What would change if the inequality were y>3x3y > 3x - 3?

Tip: Always check if you need to flip the inequality when multiplying or dividing by negative numbers!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Inequalities
Graphing
Slope-Intercept Form

Formulas

Slope-intercept form: y = mx + b

Theorems

Linear inequality rules
Graphing inequalities

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-10