Math Problem Statement

Solve the inequality 3x + 11 ≤ 6x + 9 and express the answer using interval notation.

Solution

Let's solve the inequality 3x+116x+93x + 11 \leq 6x + 9 step by step.

Step 1: Simplify the inequality.

Subtract 3x3x from both sides to get: 113x+911 \leq 3x + 9

Step 2: Isolate xx.

Now subtract 9 from both sides: 1193x11 - 9 \leq 3x 23x2 \leq 3x

Step 3: Solve for xx.

Divide both sides by 3: 23x\frac{2}{3} \leq x

Final Solution:

In interval notation, the solution is: x[23,)x \in \left[ \frac{2}{3}, \infty \right)

This means xx is greater than or equal to 23\frac{2}{3}.

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you solve inequalities involving fractions?
  2. What happens when you multiply or divide an inequality by a negative number?
  3. How can you express the solution of an inequality using a number line?
  4. What is the difference between strict and non-strict inequalities?
  5. How does interval notation differ from set notation?

Tip: When solving inequalities, always remember to reverse the inequality sign if you multiply or divide by a negative number.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inequalities
Linear Equations
Algebra

Formulas

Linear inequality manipulation
Solving inequalities

Theorems

Addition Property of Inequalities
Division Property of Inequalities

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10