Question

In the inequality 2x + $10,000 ≥ $70,000, x represents the salary of an employee in a school district. Which phrase most accurately describes the employee's salary?

Answer 1

Options:

A. At least $30,000

B. At most $30,000

C. Less than $30,000

D. More than $30,000

Answer:

A. At least $30,000

Explanation:

Given the inequality :

2x + $10,000 ≥ $70,000 ;

Where x salary of an employee ;

Phrase which describes the employee's salary, x

2x + 10000 ≥ 70000

2x ≥ 70000 - 10000

2x ≥ 60000

x ≥ 60000 / 2

x ≥ 30000

Salary ,x, is greater than or equal to $30000