Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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Chapter 2 - Section 2.7 - Solving Linear Inequalities - Exercise Set - Page 195: 14

Answer

Interval Notation: $(-\infty, 5]$ Refer to the image below for the graph.

Work Step by Step

The solution set of the given inequality includes all the numbers that are less than or equal to $5$. The set includes all the numbers to the left of $5$ so $-\infty$ will be used on the left side of the interval notation. The highest number is $5$ so a bracket will be used on the right side of the interval. Thus, the interval notation equivalent of the given inequality is: $(-\infty, 5]$ To graph the solution set on a number line, plot a solid dot at $x=5$ then shade the region to its left. (refer to the attached image in the answer part above)
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