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A linear
inequality in two variables relates two variables using an
inequality symbol, such as y > 2x – 4. Its graph is a region of
the coordinate plane bounded by a line. The line is a boundary
line, which divides the coordinate plane into two regions.
To graph y ≥ 2x – 4, make
the boundary line solid, and
shade the region above the
line. To graph
y > 2x – 4, make the
boundary line dashed
because y-values equal to 2x
– 4 are not included.
Helpful Hint
Think of the underlines in the symbols ≤ and ≥ as representing
solid lines on the graph.
Ex 1A: Graph the inequality .
2 >? 1
The test point satisfies the inequality, so the solution
region appears to be correct.
Ex 1B: Graph the inequality y ≤ –1.
Recall that y= –1 is a horizontal line.
x-intercept
3x + 4y = 12
3x + 4(0) = 12
3x = 12 (0, 3)
x=4 (4, 0)
y-intercept (4, 0)
3x + 4y = 12
3(0) + 4y = 12
4y = 12
y=3 (0, 3)
Ex 3: A school carnival charges $4.50 for adults and $3.00 for
children. The school needs to make at least $135 to
cover expenses.
A. Using x as the adult ticket price and y as the child
ticket price, write and graph an inequality for the
amount the school makes on ticket sales.
B. If 25 child tickets are sold, how many adult tickets
must be sold to cover expenses?
x = 30 (30, 0)
4.5(0) + 3y = 135
y = 45 (0, 45)
If 25 child tickets are sold,
8x – 2y > 8
y < 4x – 4