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A number t decreased by 2 is at least 7

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Answer:
t - 2 ≥ 7; t ≥ 9

Step-by-step explanation:
“a number t” = t
“decreased by 2” = - 2
“Is at least 7” = ≥ 7
So, t - 2 ≥ 7

To solve for t - 2 ≥ 7, add 2 to both sides of the equation

t - 2 ≥ 7
t - 2 + 2 ≥ 7 + 2
t ≥ 9

So, t ≥ 9
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