Question

Solve the inequality for u.​

Answer 1

u ≤ 8

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

• Multiplication Property of Equality
• Division Property of Equality
• Addition Property of Equality
• Subtract Property of Equality

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

32 ≥ 4u

Step 2: Solve for u

1. Divide both sides by 4: 8 ≥ u
2. Rewrite: u ≤ 8

Here we see that any value u smaller than or equal to 8 would work as a solution to the inequality.