Chapter 8, Problem 36CR

To determine

Write an inequality.

Answer to Problem 36CR

The inequality: $x\ge 35$

Explanation of Solution

Given:

There are more than 35 students in the band

Concept Used:

• If there is the strict inequality symbol $<\text{ or}>$ , then use a parenthesis $\left(\right)$ on the interval
• If there is the inequality symbol $\le \text{ or}\ge$ , then use a bracket $\left[\right]$ on the interval

Calculation:

Let x represent the total number of students. The value of x must be greater than or equal to 35, so $x\ge 35$

Thus, the inequality: $x\ge 35$