Math Problem Statement

Look at the inequality below.

−6x−4≤−4

Which of these values of x does not make the inequality true?

Solution

Let's solve the inequality step by step to find which values of xx do not satisfy it.

Given inequality:

6x44-6x - 4 \leq -4

Step 1: Add 4 to both sides

6x4+4-6x \leq -4 + 4 6x0-6x \leq 0

Step 2: Divide both sides by -6

When dividing by a negative number, remember to flip the inequality sign: x0x \geq 0

Final Solution:

The inequality x0x \geq 0 tells us that any value of xx that is less than 0 does not satisfy the inequality. Therefore, any negative value of xx will not make the inequality true.

Example:

If x=1x = -1: 6(1)4=64=2-6(-1) - 4 = 6 - 4 = 2 Since 242 \leq -4 is false, x=1x = -1 does not satisfy the inequality.

Thus, x=1x = -1 (and all values less than 0) do not make the inequality true.


Would you like more details, or do you have any questions?

5 related questions:

  1. How does dividing by a negative number affect inequality signs?
  2. What is the general process for solving linear inequalities?
  3. Can inequalities have more than one solution?
  4. What happens if you multiply both sides of an inequality by zero?
  5. How would the inequality change if there were a positive coefficient for xx?

Tip:

When solving inequalities, always remember to flip the inequality sign if you multiply or divide by a negative number!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inequalities
Linear Equations

Formulas

Solving inequalities: ax + b ≤ c

Theorems

Properties of inequalities
Rule for dividing inequalities by a negative number

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9