Question

Blake was a little concerned as he stood in the middle of the overcrowded elevator. The sign clearly stated that the total weight in the elevator must be less than 1,800 pounds.

Write an inequality to show the weight limit for the elevator.

w > 1,800
w < 1,800
w ≤ 1,800
w ≥ 1,800

Answer 1

Answer: Probably W > 1,800

( ">" has a line under it)

Answer 2

w<1,800

Explanation: W stands for weight. So the weight must be under 1,800 pounds. And B clearly shows the answer because the smaller side is facing how much weight you have on the elevator and the smaller side of math symbol means how much weight you have on the elevator is less than 1,800 pounds.

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