Math Problem Statement

Solve the inequality. Write the solution set in interval notation. x minus 3 less than or equals 6 x plus 7

Solution

We are solving the inequality:

x36x+7x - 3 \leq 6x + 7

Step 1: Simplify the inequality

Move all terms involving xx to one side and constants to the other:

x6x7+3x - 6x \leq 7 + 3

5x10-5x \leq 10

Step 2: Solve for xx

Divide both sides by 5-5. Remember, when dividing or multiplying by a negative number, the inequality sign flips:

x2x \geq -2

Step 3: Write the solution set in interval notation

The solution is all values of xx greater than or equal to 2-2. In interval notation, this is:

[2,)[-2, \infty)


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Related Questions:

  1. What is the solution to 2x57x+32x - 5 \leq 7x + 3 in interval notation?
  2. How does dividing by a negative value affect inequalities?
  3. Solve and graph x+4>2x6x + 4 > 2x - 6.
  4. Can inequalities have no solution? Provide an example.
  5. Write x2x \geq -2 as a graph on a number line.

Tip:

When solving inequalities, always double-check the direction of the inequality if you divide or multiply by a negative number.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inequalities
Interval Notation

Formulas

When solving inequalities, operations on both sides of the inequality maintain or reverse the inequality based on the operation (e.g., multiplying or dividing by a negative number reverses the inequality).

Theorems

Properties of Inequalities
Sign Reversal Rule in Inequalities

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10