Math Problem Statement

Graph the solution to the inequality on the number line: 3|v - 12| ≤ 3

Solution

The inequality shown in your image is:

3v1233|v - 12| \leq 3

Let's solve this step by step:

  1. Isolate the absolute value expression:

    Divide both sides of the inequality by 3 to simplify: v121|v - 12| \leq 1

  2. Rewrite the inequality without the absolute value:

    An inequality of the form xa|x| \leq a can be rewritten as: axa-a \leq x \leq a So for v121|v - 12| \leq 1, we can write: 1v121-1 \leq v - 12 \leq 1

  3. Solve for vv:

    Add 12 to all parts of the inequality: 1+12v1+12-1 + 12 \leq v \leq 1 + 12 Simplifying: 11v1311 \leq v \leq 13

Final Solution:

The solution to the inequality is: v[11,13]v \in [11, 13] This means that vv is between 11 and 13, inclusive.

Graphing the Solution:

On a number line, this would be represented by a closed interval from 11 to 13, where both endpoints (11 and 13) are filled in to indicate that they are included in the solution.


Do you want further details on how to graph this or have any questions?
Here are some related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. How do you solve inequalities with absolute values in general?
  2. What is the difference between strict (<<) and non-strict (\leq) inequalities in solutions?
  3. How would the solution change if the inequality were 3v12>33|v - 12| > 3?
  4. Can absolute value inequalities ever have no solutions?
  5. How can you check if a value is a solution to the inequality?

Tip: When dealing with absolute value inequalities, remember they represent distance on a number line, which makes it easier to visualize the solution.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Absolute Value Inequalities
Algebra
Inequalities

Formulas

Absolute Value Inequality: |x| ≤ a can be rewritten as -a ≤ x ≤ a

Theorems

Properties of Absolute Value Inequalities

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10