Math Problem Statement

Solve the inequality for y: 4 ≤ -2(5 - y) + 5y

Solution

The inequality you provided is:

42(5y)+5y4 \leq -2(5 - y) + 5y

Let's solve this step by step.

Step 1: Distribute 2-2 across the terms inside the parentheses.

2(5y)=10+2y-2(5 - y) = -10 + 2y

So the inequality becomes:

410+2y+5y4 \leq -10 + 2y + 5y

Step 2: Combine like terms.

410+7y4 \leq -10 + 7y

Step 3: Isolate the variable yy.

Add 10 to both sides:

4+107y4 + 10 \leq 7y

147y14 \leq 7y

Step 4: Solve for yy.

Divide both sides by 7:

147y\frac{14}{7} \leq y

2y2 \leq y

This means that y2y \geq 2.

Final Answer:

y2y \geq 2

Would you like further explanation on any step?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you solve inequalities involving fractions?
  2. What changes when multiplying or dividing both sides of an inequality by a negative number?
  3. How can you graph the solution of this inequality on a number line?
  4. How do you solve compound inequalities with "and" or "or" conditions?
  5. How do inequalities differ from equations in terms of their properties?

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

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Inequalities

Formulas

Distributive Property
Linear Inequality Solution Steps

Theorems

Properties of Inequalities

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10