Math Problem Statement
The number line below is correctly represented by which of the following notations?
A.)
{x | x < -2 or x ≥ 6}
B.)
(-∞, -2] ⋃ (6, ∞)
C.)
(-2, 6]
D.)
{x | -2 < x ≤ 6}
Solution
To correctly represent the number line, let's analyze each option based on the intervals it describes:
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A.)
This means all numbers less than and all numbers greater than or equal to . This would be represented as two separate sections on the number line: one going to the left from , and one starting at and going to the right. -
B.)
This represents the interval from to (including ) and the interval from just above to . This is similar to option A but uses interval notation. -
C.)
This represents all numbers between (not included) and (included). This would represent a portion of the number line between and , excluding but including . -
D.)
This is the same as option C but expressed in set-builder notation. It includes all numbers greater than and less than or equal to .
To identify the correct answer, you'd need to match the interval descriptions with the number line provided. Based on the options:
- If the number line includes values less than and values greater than or equal to , Option A would be correct.
- If it shows a gap between and (excluding both endpoints), Option B is correct.
- If it only includes values between and , including but not , Option C or D might be correct depending on the exact formulation.
Could you confirm the details of the number line so I can give you the precise answer?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Inequalities
Interval Notation
Set-builder Notation
Formulas
Interval notation
Set-builder notation
Theorems
Properties of intervals
Set-builder notation for inequalities
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11
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