Question

Write an equation or inequality to represent the following situation: 17 is at least 5 more than 3 times.

a) 17 ≤ 5 + 3t
b) 17 ≥ 5 + 3t
c) 17 = 5 + 3t
d) 17 < 5 + 3t

Answer 1

The equation or inequality that represents the situation is 17 ≥ 5 + 3t.

Step-by-step explanation:

To represent the situation where 17 is at least 5 more than 3 times, we can use the inequality symbol ≥ (greater than or equal to) since it is at least. So, the correct equation or inequality is 17 ≥ 5 + 3t (Option b).