SOLUTION: Solve the conjunction -2<_a +3<8 and graph its solution.

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Question 597248: Solve the conjunction -2<_a +3<8 and graph its solution.
Answer by math-vortex(648) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi, there--
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To solve this inequality, you need to isolate a.
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-2%3C=a%2B3%3C8 means a%2B3%3E=-2 AND a%2B3%3C8
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Solve each equation for a by subtraction 3 from both sides.
a%3E=-5 AND a%3C5
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Written as a conjunction,
-5%3C=a%3C5
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So, a is greater than or equal to -5, AND a is less than 5.
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Graph the solution on a number line. Put a closed circle at -5 and an open circle at 5. Fill in the space between -5 and 5 with a thick line.
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Hope this helps! Feel free to email me at the address below if the explanation is unclear.
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Ms.Figgy
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