Chapter 8

Prealgebra · 301 exercises

Problem 36

Explain how solving equations with variables on each side is like solving equations with variables on just one side. Include examples of both types of equations and an explanation of how they are alike and how they are different.

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Problem 37

OPEN ENDED Give an example of an equation that has no solution and an equation that is an identity.

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Problem 37

The formula \(F=\frac{9}{5} C+32\) is used to find the Fahrenheit temperature when a Celsius temperature is known. For what value are the Celsius and Fahrenheit temperatures the same? A. \(-72^{\circ}\) B. \(-40^{\circ}\) C. \(0^{\circ}\) D. \(32^{\circ}\)

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Problem 37

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. Then graph the solution on a number line. $$\frac{m}{-7} \leq 1.2$$

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Problem 38

Tim is taking the train to Seattle to visit his grandparents. He was given \(\$ 5.00\) to spend on snacks and reading material. Granola bars cost \(\$ 0.75\) each and a newspaper is \(\$ 1.25 .\) If Tim buys a newspaper, how many granola bars can he get?

3 step solution

Problem 38

CHALLENGE An apple costs the same as 2 oranges. Together, an orange and a banana cost \(10 \notin\) more than an apple. Two oranges cost \(15 \notin\) more than a banana. What is the cost for one of each fruit?

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Problem 38

Two weeks ago the sewing club had 1 less than 3 times their average attendance. Last week they had 3 more than their average attendance. If the attendance for both weeks were equal, what is the average attendance of the sewing club? F. 1 G. 3 H. 2 J. 4

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Problem 38

Write an inequality that can be solved using the Division Property of Inequality, where the inequality symbol is not reversed.

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Problem 38

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$1+y \leq 2.4$$

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Problem 39

Write a multi-step inequality that can be solved by first adding 3 to each side.

3 step solution

Problem 39

The product of an integer and \(-7\) is less than \(-84 .\) Find the least integer that meets this condition.

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Problem 39

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$2.9

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Problem 40

Assume that \(k\) is an integer. Solve the inequality \(10-2|k|>4\).

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Problem 40

NUMBER SENSE Three times the sum of three consecutive integers \(x\) \(x+1,\) and \(x+2,\) is 72. What are the integers?

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Problem 40

There are more than \(32,150\) high school girls basketball and track programs in the United States. If there are \(15,089\) girls track programs, write and solve an inequality to determine the number of girls basketball programs.

4 step solution

Problem 40

Find the true statement. \(\cdot\) A line of fit is close to most of the data points. \(\cdot\) A line of fit describes the exact coordinates of each point in the data set. \(\cdot\) A line of fit always has a positive slope.

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Problem 40

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$f-4 \geq 1.4$$

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Problem 41

Writing in Math Why is the Distributive Property important for solving equations? Include in your answer a definition of the Distributive Property and a description of its use in solving equations.

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Problem 41

Use the Internet or another source to find the state or national spending limits on certain government branches, organizations, or projects. Write an inequality to express one or more of these limits.

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Problem 41

What equation represents the table of values? $$\begin{array}{|c|c|c|c|c|}\hline x & -4 & -8 & -12 & -16 \\\\\hline y & 6 & 8 & 10 & 12 \\\\\hline\end{array}$$

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Problem 41

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$z-2>-3.8$$

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Problem 42

Wes leaves downtown driving 55 miles per hour. Emma follows 1 hour later, driving 60 miles per hour. Which equation can be used to determine how long it is after Wes leaves that Emma will catch up? A \(55 x=60 x-1\) B \(60 x=55(x-1)\) C \(55 x=60 x\) D \(55 x=60(x-1)\)

5 step solution

Problem 42

Provide a counterexample to the statement, "All numbers less than 0 are negative integers."

4 step solution

Problem 42

Use the Distributive Property to rewriteh expression as an equivalent algebraic expression. \(4(x-8)\)

4 step solution

Problem 42

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$b-\frac{3}{4}<2 \frac{1}{2}$$

7 step solution

Problem 43

Sandra's scores on the first five science tests are shown in the table. Which inequality represents the score she must receive on the sixth test to have an average score of more than \(88 ?\) A \(s \geq 86\) \(\mathbf{B} s \leq 88\) \(C s<88\) \(\mathbf{D} s>86\) $$\begin{array}{|c|c|}\hline \text { Test } & \text { Score } \\\\\hline 1 & 85 \\\\\hline 2 & 84 \\\\\hline 3 & 90 \\ \hline 4 & 95 \\\\\hline 5 & 88 \\\\\hline\end{array}$$

5 step solution

Problem 43

Write four examples of inequalities, each using one of the symbols \(<,>, \leq,\) and \(\geq .\) Tell the meaning of each inequality.

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Problem 43

Use the Distributive Property to rewriteh expression as an equivalent algebraic expression. \(2(1.2 c+14)\)

4 step solution

Problem 43

Isabel is putting water into a 20 -gallon fish tank using a 2-quart pitcher. How many pitchers of water will she need to fill the tank?

3 step solution

Problem 43

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$g-1 \frac{2}{3}>2 \frac{1}{6}$$

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Problem 44

Solve each equation. Check your solution. $$4 x=2 x+5$$

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Problem 44

Which number is NOT a possible length of the rectangle if the area is less than 36 square inches? CAN'T COPY THE GRAPH $$\mathbf{F} \quad 6$$ $$\mathbf{G} \quad 7$$ $$\mathbf{H} \quad 8$$ $$\mathbf{J} \quad 9$$

7 step solution

Problem 44

Graph the solutions for each compound inequality. a. \(y<-2\) or \(y>3\) (Hint: In a sentence, or means either part is true.) b. \(y \geq 0\) and \(y \leq 5\) (Hint: In a sentence, and means both parts must be true.)

4 step solution

Problem 44

Use the Distributive Property to rewriteh expression as an equivalent algebraic expression. \(\frac{1}{2}(n-9)\)

4 step solution

Problem 45

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$6 x<-27$$

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Problem 45

Solve each equation. Check your solution. $$3 x+5=7-2 x$$

4 step solution

Problem 45

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$-4+x>23$$

3 step solution

Problem 45

How can inequalities help you describe relationships? Illustrate your answer with a real-world example that uses an inequality symbol and an explanation of the relationships described by the inequality.

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Problem 46

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$-5 m \geq-15$$

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Problem 46

Solve each equation. Check your solution. $$1.5 x+9=3 x-3$$

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Problem 46

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$c+18 \leq-2$$

2 step solution

Problem 47

CHALLENGE Is it always, sometimes, or never true that \(x-1

4 step solution

Problem 47

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$8>\frac{q}{3}$$

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Problem 47

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$6>n-10$$

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Problem 48

Writing in Math How is solving an inequality similar to solving an equation?

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Problem 48

Solve each inequality. Check your solution. $$\frac{n}{-4} \leq-11$$

4 step solution

Problem 48

Express each number in scientific notation. $$4,500,000$$

5 step solution

Problem 48

Solve each equation. Check your solution. $$2(3+x)=14$$

4 step solution

Problem 48

It takes Carolyn two hours to complete a cross-stitch pattern. Carolyn can spend no more than fourteen hours cross-stitching. Write an inequality that represents this situation and use it to determine whether Carolyn can complete 8 cross-stitch patterns.

4 step solution

Problem 49

Trevor has \(\$ 25\) to spend on a T-shirt and shorts for gym class. The shorts cost \(\$ 14\). Based on the inequality \(14+t \leq 25,\) where \(t\) represents the cost of the T-shirt, what is the most Trevor can spend on the T-shirt?

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