Math Problem Statement
Solve for c and graph the solution. 707≤4|7c–875|+7
Solution
To solve the inequality , let's break it down step by step.
Step 1: Isolate the absolute value expression
Start by subtracting 7 from both sides to isolate the absolute value expression:
Now, divide both sides by 4 to further isolate the absolute value term:
Step 2: Solve the inequality for
The inequality means that the expression inside the absolute value, , can be either greater than or equal to 175 or less than or equal to -175. Therefore, we need to solve two separate inequalities:
Solve inequality 1:
Add 875 to both sides:
Now divide both sides by 7:
Solve inequality 2:
Add 875 to both sides:
Now divide both sides by 7:
Step 3: Combine the results
We have two inequalities:
Thus, the solution to the inequality is:
Graphing the solution:
The solution or can be represented on a number line as two intervals:
- One interval is from negative infinity up to 100 (inclusive).
- The other interval is from 150 to positive infinity (inclusive).
I will now graph the solution on a number line.
Let me know if you'd like a more detailed explanation of any step! And feel free to ask if you have any further questions.
Follow-up questions:
- How do you interpret inequalities involving absolute values geometrically?
- Can you solve a similar inequality with multiple absolute values?
- How would the solution change if the inequality had a different constant, such as 800?
- What would happen if the inequality used a different operation (e.g., subtraction instead of addition)?
- Can you solve absolute value equations similarly?
Tip: When solving absolute value inequalities, remember to split them into two cases based on the definition of absolute value.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Inequalities
Absolute Value
Algebra
Formulas
|A| ≥ B ⇔ A ≥ B or A ≤ -B
Theorems
Properties of Absolute Value Inequalities
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11