Question

An inequality compares two quantities or expressions that are not equal. Write an inequalityfor how many candles (C) and mugs (m) the shelf can hold. Use a "less than" (<), “less thanor equal to" (s), "greater than" (>), or "greater than or equal to" (2) symbol in your answer.

Answer 1

2.

Let:

w = maximum number of candles and mugs that the shelf can have = 10

c = Number of candles

m = Number of mugs

Therefore:

`c+m\leq10`