Math Problem Statement

Solve the inequality and graph the solution on the line provided. minus, 11, plus, 8, x, is greater than or equal to, 13 −11+8x≥ 13

Solution

To solve the inequality:

11+8x13-11 + 8x \geq 13

Step 1: Isolate the term with xx

Add 11 to both sides of the inequality:

8x13+118x \geq 13 + 11

8x248x \geq 24

Step 2: Solve for xx

Now, divide both sides by 8:

x248x \geq \frac{24}{8}

x3x \geq 3

So, the solution is x3x \geq 3.

Step 3: Graph the solution

The solution x3x \geq 3 means that xx includes all values greater than or equal to 3. On a number line, we represent this as a solid circle at x=3x = 3 and shade the line to the right of 3 to indicate all numbers greater than or equal to 3.

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If you have further questions or need more details, feel free to ask. Here are a few related questions:

  1. What happens if the inequality was 8x<248x < 24?
  2. How would you solve a similar inequality involving fractions?
  3. How do you check your solution for inequalities?
  4. Can you graph this inequality on a different scale?
  5. What is the solution if the inequality had been 8x248x \leq 24?

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

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inequalities
Algebra

Formulas

Isolate the variable by adding/subtracting terms
Divide both sides by a constant

Theorems

Inequality solving properties

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8