Math Problem Statement

3x+3 ≤6 and -2y>-10 convert to interval notation

Solution

To convert the inequalities into interval notation, let's address each inequality separately:

First inequality:

3x+363x + 3 \leq 6

  1. Subtract 3 from both sides: 3x33x \leq 3
  2. Divide both sides by 3: x1x \leq 1 This corresponds to the interval: (,1](-\infty, 1]

Second inequality:

2y>10-2y > -10

  1. Divide both sides by -2. Remember, dividing by a negative number flips the inequality sign: y<5y < 5 This corresponds to the interval: (,5)(-\infty, 5)

Final answer in interval notation:

For xx: (,1](- \infty, 1] For yy: (,5)(- \infty, 5)

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you handle inequalities when multiplying or dividing by a negative number?
  2. Can you graph the solution of these inequalities on a number line?
  3. What is the difference between strict inequalities and non-strict inequalities in interval notation?
  4. How do we represent compound inequalities in interval notation?
  5. How do the intervals change when solving systems of inequalities?

Tip: Always remember to reverse the inequality sign when multiplying or dividing both sides by a negative number.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inequalities
Interval Notation

Formulas

Linear inequality manipulation
Dividing inequalities by a negative number

Theorems

Inequality reversal when dividing by a negative number

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10