Question

Define a variable, set up an inequality, and solve. Only algebraic solutions are accepted.

Ben wrestles in the 132 to 138-pound weight class. If he currently weighs 133 pounds, how much weight can he gain if he wishes to stay in the same class?

Answer 1

X is less than or equal to 5

Explanation:

I cant do the less than or equal to sign so I wrote it in words. Hope this helps :)

Answer 2

5 pounds

Explanation:

Let x represent Ben's weight gain.

`138 \geq 133 + x\\`

Subtract 133 from both sides

`5 \geq x`

Therefore, Ben can't gain more than 5 points if he wishes to stay in the same weight class.