Math Problem Statement

Solve and graph the solution to each of the inequslities

Solve and graph the solution to the inequality x + 3 ≤ 2.

Solution

The image shows the inequality x+32x + 3 \leq 2. Let's solve this inequality and then graph the solution.

Solution:

  1. Start with the inequality: x+32x + 3 \leq 2
  2. Subtract 3 from both sides to isolate xx: x23x \leq 2 - 3 x1x \leq -1

So, the solution to the inequality is x1x \leq -1.

Graphing the solution:

  • The graph of this inequality consists of all values of xx that are less than or equal to 1-1.
  • On a number line:
    • Draw a solid dot at x=1x = -1 to represent that 1-1 is included in the solution.
    • Shade all values to the left of 1-1 (indicating x<1x < -1).

Would you like me to graph this on a number line, or would you like more details on any step?

Here are 5 related questions for practice:

  1. How would the solution change if the inequality was x+3<2x + 3 < 2?
  2. What happens if you multiply both sides of an inequality by a negative number?
  3. How do you solve the inequality 2x532x - 5 \geq 3?
  4. What is the graphical difference between x1x \leq -1 and x<1x < -1?
  5. Can inequalities have multiple solutions, and how would you graph such cases?

Tip: When solving inequalities, always reverse the inequality sign if you multiply or divide by a negative number.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inequalities

Formulas

Inequality solving: ax + b ≤ c

Theorems

Properties of inequalities

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8