Question

Paul's parents have a system for handling video game time. He earns 10 minutes of video game time by completing various chores. This week, his goal is to earn at least 75 minutes of video game time. He has already earned 20 minutes. If x represents the number of chores he needs to complete, which of the following inequalities represents this situation?

A.
10 + 20x < 75
B.
75 - 10x > 20
C.
20 + 10x > 75
D.
10 + 20x > 75

Answer 1

C

Explanation:

He has already earned 20 minutes.

20 +

x represents the number of chores he needs to complete

20 + x

He earns 10 minutes of video game time by completing various chores

20 + 10x

his goal is to earn at least 75 minutes of video game time

20 +10x > 75