Algebra Know-It-ALL

(Marvins-Underground-K-12) #1

  1. In terms of an inequality statement and set notation, describe how the rational numbers
    relate to the irrational numbers. Here’s a hint: Use the same approach as we did in the
    final challenge.

  2. Write the following statement as a “mathematical verse.” Does it represent a valid
    mathematical law? If not, show a counterexample.
    (∀a,b,c) : [(a≥b) & (b≤c)]⇒ (a=c)

  3. For what real-number values of x is this equation true?


x+ 4 = 2 x


  1. For what real-number values of y is this inequality true?


y/2 ≠ 4 y+ 7


  1. For what real-number values of z is this inequality true?


z/(−3)≤ 6 z+ 6

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