Math Problem Statement

|x - 3| ≤ 12

Solution

The inequality shown in the image is:

x312|x - 3| \leq 12

To solve this absolute value inequality, we use the fact that:

ABimpliesBAB|A| \leq B \quad \text{implies} \quad -B \leq A \leq B

Here, A=x3A = x - 3 and B=12B = 12. Applying this to the inequality, we have:

12x312-12 \leq x - 3 \leq 12

Now, solve for xx by adding 3 to all parts of the inequality:

12+3x12+3-12 + 3 \leq x \leq 12 + 3

9x15-9 \leq x \leq 15

Thus, the solution to the inequality is:

x[9,15]x \in [-9, 15]

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Here are 5 related questions to expand on this:

  1. How do you solve absolute value inequalities with "greater than" signs?
  2. Can you explain what happens when the absolute value inequality has a "strict" inequality, like x3<12|x - 3| < 12?
  3. What are some real-world applications of absolute value inequalities?
  4. How would you graph the solution to this inequality on a number line?
  5. How do we solve absolute value equations, such as x5=10|x - 5| = 10?

Tip: When solving absolute value inequalities, always check whether the inequality is "less than" or "greater than" to use the correct approach!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Absolute Value Inequalities

Formulas

|A| ≤ B implies -B ≤ A ≤ B

Theorems

Absolute Value Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10