Math Problem Statement

Solve the following inequality. Write your answer in interval notation or if no solutions exist write no solutions. 3х + 4>1 or x-5≤3-3x

Solution

We are given the inequality:

3x+4>1orx533x3x + 4 > 1 \quad \text{or} \quad x - 5 \leq 3 - 3x

We will solve each part separately.

1. Solve 3x+4>13x + 4 > 1:

Subtract 4 from both sides: 3x>143x > 1 - 4 3x>33x > -3 Divide by 3: x>1x > -1

Thus, the solution to this part is: x>1x > -1

2. Solve x533xx - 5 \leq 3 - 3x:

Add 3x3x to both sides: x+3x53x + 3x - 5 \leq 3 4x534x - 5 \leq 3 Add 5 to both sides: 4x3+54x \leq 3 + 5 4x84x \leq 8 Divide by 4: x2x \leq 2

Thus, the solution to this part is: x2x \leq 2

Combine the results:

We now have two conditions: x>1orx2x > -1 \quad \text{or} \quad x \leq 2 Since the union of these two conditions covers all real numbers (because x>1x > -1 already includes all values greater than 1-1 and the other inequality handles values less than or equal to 2), the solution is:

(1,)\boxed{(-1, \infty)}

Conclusion:

The solution in interval notation is (1,)(-1, \infty).

Do you want further clarification on any steps, or have questions?
Here are five related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you solve inequalities with "and" instead of "or"?
  2. How do you graph solutions of inequalities on a number line?
  3. Can you combine multiple inequalities into a compound inequality?
  4. What is the difference between strict inequalities and non-strict inequalities?
  5. How do you handle inequalities involving absolute values?

Tip: When solving compound inequalities, always pay attention to whether the conditions are connected by "and" or "or", as this changes the solution set.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inequalities
Linear Equations
Compound Inequalities

Formulas

Basic inequality manipulation: ax + b > c, ax + b ≤ c

Theorems

Addition Property of Inequality
Division Property of Inequality
Union of Intervals

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11