ALG-13 · Two-variable inequality region

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ALG-13 · Algebra

Two-variable inequality region

Linear inequalities · Stage 3

Recognize the pattern

Test a point by substituting both coordinates into the inequality.

Useful ruleAx+By≤C

Build on: ALG-06

Try it before reading the solution

Does (2, 1) satisfy y ≤ 2x + 1?

This teaching example is original and is not an official SAT question.

Reasoning

With x = 2, the right side is 5; y = 1 is at most 5.

Answer

Yes

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