Math Problem Statement
Solution
The inequality to solve is:
Step-by-Step Solution:
To solve the absolute value inequality , we split it into two inequalities:
Solve the first inequality:
Subtract 7 from both sides: Divide by 2:
Solve the second inequality:
Distribute the negative: Add 7 to both sides: Divide by -2 (flip the inequality sign):
Solution Set:
The solution is the intersection of and , which gives the interval:
In interval notation, the solution set is:
Graph:
The graph would show a closed interval from -13 to 6, with filled circles on both -13 and 6 to indicate that these values are included in the solution set.
Would you like further details or a deeper explanation?
Here are 5 related questions:
- How do you solve absolute value equations that involve strict inequalities like ?
- What are the steps to graph an inequality on a number line?
- How do the rules change if the inequality sign is or ?
- What happens if there is no intersection between the two parts of the inequality?
- How can you express the union of solution sets in interval notation?
Tip: Always remember to flip the inequality sign when dividing or multiplying by a negative number in inequalities.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Inequalities
Absolute Value
Formulas
|A| ≤ B implies A ≤ B and -A ≤ B
Theorems
Properties of Absolute Value Inequalities
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-10