Math Problem Statement

Look at the inequality below.

−6x−4≤−4

Which of these values of x does not make the inequality true? A.2.5

B.0

C.17

D.−4

Solution

We are given the inequality:

6x44-6x - 4 \leq -4

To solve for xx, let's follow these steps:

  1. Add 4 to both sides of the inequality: 6x4+44+4-6x - 4 + 4 \leq -4 + 4 This simplifies to: 6x0-6x \leq 0

  2. Divide both sides by -6 to isolate xx. Since we're dividing by a negative number, we must reverse the inequality: x0x \geq 0

Thus, the solution is x0x \geq 0.

Now, let's check each of the given values of xx to see which one does not satisfy x0x \geq 0:

  • A. 2.52.5: 2.502.5 \geq 0, so it satisfies the inequality.
  • B. 00: 000 \geq 0, so it satisfies the inequality.
  • C. 1717: 17017 \geq 0, so it satisfies the inequality.
  • D. 4-4: 40-4 \geq 0 is false.

Thus, the value of xx that does not make the inequality true is:

D. −4

Would you like further details or have any questions?


Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. How do you reverse the inequality when dividing by a negative number?
  2. What happens if you multiply both sides of an inequality by a negative number?
  3. Can you provide an example of solving an inequality involving fractions?
  4. How would you solve the inequality 3x+5>2x73x + 5 > 2x - 7?
  5. What is the difference between solving equations and inequalities?

Tip: Always remember to reverse the inequality sign when multiplying or dividing both sides by a negative number.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inequalities

Formulas

Linear inequality solving steps
Dividing by a negative number reverses the inequality

Theorems

The rule for reversing inequalities when dividing by a negative number

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9