Math Problem Statement
3∣10−x∣−6≥0
Solution
We are given the inequality:
Step 1: Isolate the absolute value term.
Add to both sides of the inequality:
Step 2: Divide by 3 to simplify.
Step 3: Solve the absolute value inequality.
The general rule for absolute value inequalities is:
In our case:
Step 4: Solve each inequality.
For :
For :
Step 5: Combine the solutions.
The solution is:
In interval notation, the solution is:
Would you like more details or have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:
- How would the solution change if the inequality was ?
- How do you solve an absolute value equation like ?
- What happens if the coefficient in front of the absolute value, , is negative?
- Can you graph the solution to on a number line?
- How would you handle solving for any constants , , and ?
Tip: Always check your final solution by plugging test values from each interval into the original inequality.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Absolute Value Inequalities
Formulas
|A| ≥ B means A ≤ -B or A ≥ B
Theorems
Absolute Value Inequality Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11