Math Problem Statement

x−6∣≥6

Solution

We are given the inequality:

x66|x - 6| \geq 6

To solve this absolute value inequality, we split it into two cases based on the definition of absolute value:

  1. x66x - 6 \geq 6
  2. (x6)6-(x - 6) \geq 6 (or equivalently, x66x - 6 \leq -6)

Case 1: x66x - 6 \geq 6

x12x \geq 12

Case 2: x66x - 6 \leq -6

x0x \leq 0

Final Solution

The solution is the union of these two cases: x0orx12x \leq 0 \quad \text{or} \quad x \geq 12 In interval notation, this is: (,0][12,)(-\infty, 0] \cup [12, \infty)

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Here are 5 related questions to further explore this topic:

  1. How do you solve an absolute value equation?
  2. What is the graphical representation of the solution x66|x - 6| \geq 6?
  3. How does absolute value affect inequalities?
  4. What is the difference between strict and non-strict inequalities?
  5. How would the solution change if it were x6>6|x - 6| > 6?

Tip: When solving absolute value inequalities, always remember to split the inequality into two cases based on the absolute value definition.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Absolute Value Inequalities

Formulas

|x - a| ≥ b translates to x - a ≥ b or x - a ≤ -b

Theorems

Properties of Absolute Value Inequalities

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10