Math Problem Statement

15 ≤ 2x + 1 < 7

Solution

The given image represents a double inequality:

152x+1<715 \leq 2x + 1 < 7

Let's solve this inequality step-by-step.

Step 1: Break the Compound Inequality

The given compound inequality can be broken into two parts:

  1. 152x+115 \leq 2x + 1
  2. 2x+1<72x + 1 < 7

Step 2: Solve Each Part

Part 1: 152x+115 \leq 2x + 1

Subtract 1 from both sides:

1512x15 - 1 \leq 2x

142x14 \leq 2x

Divide by 2:

7x7 \leq x

or equivalently:

x7x \geq 7

Part 2: 2x+1<72x + 1 < 7

Subtract 1 from both sides:

2x<62x < 6

Divide by 2:

x<3x < 3

Step 3: Combine the Results

We have two inequalities for xx:

x7andx<3x \geq 7 \quad \text{and} \quad x < 3

It is clear that there is no possible value of xx that satisfies both conditions simultaneously. Therefore, there is no solution to the given inequality.

Summary

The inequality 152x+1<715 \leq 2x + 1 < 7 has no solution.

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Tip: When solving compound inequalities, always break them into parts and solve each part independently before combining the results.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inequalities
Compound Inequalities

Formulas

Inequality solving: ax + b ≤ c, ax + b < c

Theorems

Properties of Inequalities

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10