Linear Inequalities Class 11
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Ex 5.1
26 questionsEx 5.1, 1
Ex5.1, 1 teachoo.com
Solve 24x < 100, when
(i) x is a natural number
24x < 100
< 100
YS 4
<2
X<G
x< 4,16
Since x is a natural number i.e. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,....
We need to find values of x which is less than or equal to 4
i.e. x can be {1, 2, 3, 4}
Ex 5.1, 2
Ex 5.1, 2 teachoo.com
Solve -12x > 30, when
(i) xis a natural number
—12x > 30
-x> 22
x?
—-x> 2.5
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by
-1 & change the signs
(-x) x (-1) < 2.5 x (-1)
x< -2.5
{i) Since x is a natural number,
it can be only positive number starting from 1 (i.e. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,....)
Ex 5.1, 3
Ex 5.1, 3 teachoo.com
Solve 5x- 3 <7, when
(i) xis an integer
5x-3<7
5x <7+3
5x < 10
5
x<2
Since x is an integer (......,-3,-2,-1,0,1,2,3....)
We need to find values of x which is less than 2
ie. x can be......-3,-2,-1,0,1
= {.....—3, -2, -1, 0, 1}
Ex 5.1, 4
Ex 5.1, 4 teachoo.com
Solve 3x + 8 > 2, when
(i) xis an integer
3x+8>2
integers: .....,-2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3,....
3x>2-8
3x >-6
-6
x >
3
x>-2
Since x is an integer (......,-3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3...)
We need to find values of x which is greater than -2
i.e. x can be -1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4)...
= {-1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4,......}
Ex 5.1, 5
Ex5.1, 5 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality for real x: 4x + 3<5x+7
4x+3<5x+7
4x -5x< 7-3
—-x<4
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by -1 & change the signs
-1x (-x) > (-1) x4
x>-4
Since x is a real number greater than — 4
Thus x & (4, ©}
Ex 5.1, 6
Ex5.1, 6 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality for real x: 3x -7 >5x-1
3x-7>5x-1
-—2x>6
_x>$
2
—x>3
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by -1 & change the signs
-1 x (-x) > (-1) x3
x<-3
Since x is a real number less than —3
Thus x € (-° , -3)
Ex 5.1, 7
Ex5.1,7 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality for real x: 3(x — 1) < 2 (x - 3)
3(x — 1) < 2(x- 3)
3x-3S52x-6
3x-2x< -6+3
xs-3
Since x is a real number less than or equal to — 3
Thus x € (-° , -3]
Ex 5.1, 8
Ex5.1, 8 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality for real x: 3(2 — x) > 2(1-x)
3(2 —x) = 2(1-x)
6- 3x 22-2x
6-3x+2x22
6-x22
-x 22-6
—x2—-4
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by -1 & change the signs
(-1)x (-*)s (-1)x (-4)
xs4
Hence x is a real number which is less than or equal to 4,
Thus, x € (-©, 4].
Ex 5.1, 9
Ex 5.1, 9 teackoo.com
Solve the given inequality for real x: x + 5 + ; <11
X+ 5 + ; <1l1
x(14+5+5)<11
x (SAS?) ca
x(=)<11
x<11x (=)
x<6
Hence x is a real number which is less than 6,
Thus, x € (-2°, 6}
Ex 5.1, 10
Ex 5.1, 10 teachoo.com
x x
Solve the given inequality for real x: 375t 1
x xX
zesti
3° 2
x x
saz? 1
3 2
2x —3x
— >1
6
—x
—>l
6
—x>6
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by -1 & change the signs
(- 1) x (-x) <(-1) x (6)
x<-6
Ex 5.1, 11
Ex 5.1, 11 teachoo.com
3(x-2) _5(2-
Solve the given inequality for real x: << < “eo
3(x —-2) < 5(2 -x)
5 3
3x 3(x-2) <5 x 5(2-x)
9(x—2) < 25 (2-x)
9x - 18 < 50- 25x
9x + 25x = 50+ 18
34x < 68
68
xs
34
xS2
Hence, x is a real number which is less than or equal to 2
Hence, x € (—°°, 2] is the solution
Ex 5.1, 12
Ex 5.1, 12 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality for real x: ; (= + 4) 2 ; (x — 6)
1 {3x 1
a(E+4) 250-8)
3x
3(=+4) = 2 (x-6)
3x 43x42 2x-2x6
= +12 2 2x-12
= = 2x 2-12-12
9x -— 5(2x)
~~ = —-24
ox -— 10x > -24
5
=> -24
5
Ex 5.1, 13
Ex 5.1, 13 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality for real x: 2(2x + 3}-— 10 < 6 (x — 2}
2(2x + 3) -10 < 6 (x- 2)
4x+6-10<6x-12
4x-6x< -12+4
-2x< -8
-+x< 2
2
—x< —4
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by-1 & change the signs
(-1) x (-x)> (-1)x (-8)
x>4
Since x is a real number which is greater than 4
Hence, x € (4,°°) is the solution
Ex 5.1, 14
Ex5.1, 14 teackoo.com
Solve the given inequality for real x: 37 — (3x + 5) = 9x — 8(x - 3)
37 — (3x + 5) > 9x — 8(x - 3)
37 - 3x-5 2 9x — 8x + 24
32-3x2x+24
-3x -—x 224-32
-4x2-8
x> 3
4
—-x 2-2
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by -1 & change the signs
(-1)x (-x)s (-1)x (-2)
xs 2
Ex 5.1, 15
Ex 5.1, 15 teachoo.com
. : : 5x —2 -3
Solve the given inequality for real x: *< on?) ~a=3
x. Ge-2)_ (x-3)
4 3 5
x < 5(5x — 2) -3 (7x - 3)
4 3(5)
x 25x -10-21x4+9
TT
4 15
x 25x —-21x+9-10
ST
4 15
x Ax-1
4M
4 15
15x < 4 (4x - 1)
15x < 16x-4
15x -16x<-4
—x<—4
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by -1 & change the signs
Ex 5.1, 16
Ex 5.1, 16 teachoo.com
2x-1 3x-2 2-
Solve the given inequality for real x: a = ao? - eo
(2x —1) > (3x — 2) _ (2 — x)
30° 4 5
(2x —1) > 5(3x —2)—-4(2 — x)
307 4(5)
@x-De 15x-10-8+4x
30 7 20
@x-De 15x+4x-10-8
30 7 20
(2x -1) > 19x —18
3 20
20 (2x — 1) > 3 (19x - 18)
40x-20 > 57x-54
Ex 5.1, 17
Ex 5.1, 17 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality and show the graph of the solution on
number line: 3x —2 < 2x +1
3x-2<2x+1
3x-—2x<1+2
x<3
Hence, solution is (—e, 3}
The graphical representation is
——_—_—_—AaseoOoSoS oo
4-3-2 -10 1 2 3
Here, 3 is not included in the shaded graph
Ex 5.1, 18
Ex 5.1, 18 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality and show the graph of the solution
on number line: 5x-323x-5
5x-323x-5
5x—-3x2 -5 +3
2x 2-2
2x -2
—>—
27 2
x2-1
The graphical representation is
ERE e——_— >
4-3-2101 23 4
Here -1 is included in the shaded graph
Ex 5.1, 19
Ex5.1, 19 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality and show the graph of the solution on
number line: 3(1-x)< 2 (x+4)
3(1-x) <2 (x +4)
3-3x<2x+8
-—3x-2x< 8-3
-5x<5
Dividing both sides by 5
—5x 5
3 55
—x<1
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by -1 & change the signs
(-1)x (-x) > (1) (1)
x>—-1
Ex 5.1, 20
Ex 5.1, 20 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality and show the graph of the solution on
number line:
x. Gx 2) (7x — 3)
2 3 5
x x= 2) (7x — 3)
2° 3 5
xe 5(5x — 2) — 3(7x — 3)
20 3x5
% 25x 10-2149
20 15
x 4x-1
>2—_—
2 15
15x > 2(4x — 1)
15x 2 8x -2
Ex 5.1, 21
Ex5.4, 21 teachoo.com
Ravi obtained 70 and 75 marks in first two unit test. Find the
minimum marks he should get in the third test to have an
average of at least 60 marks.
Marks in 15 test = 70
Marks in 2"9 test = 75
Let marks in 3 test = x
Let x be the marks obtained by Ravi in the third unit test.
Average marks = ae
Ex 5.1, 22
Ex 5.1, 22 teachoo.com
To receive Grade ‘A’ in a course, one must obtain an average of 90
marks or more in five examinations (each of 100 marks). If Sunita’s
marks in first four examinations are 87, 92, 94 and 95, find
minimum marks that Sunita must obtain in fifth examination to get
grade ‘A’ in the course.
Marks in 1%t examination = 87
Marks in 2"¢ examination = 92
Marks in 3 examination = 94
Marks in 4" examination = 95
Let x be the marks obtained by Sunita in the 5" examination
87+924+94495 +x
Average marks = 7
Ex 5.1, 23
Ex 5.1, 23 teachoo.com
Find all pairs of consecutive odd positive integers both of
which are smaller than 10 such that their sum is more than 11.
Let the smaller odd positive integer be x
Since the larger integer is consecutive odd,
Given,
Both integers are smaller than 10, | Sum of the two integers is more
ie.x<10 & x+2<10 than 11.
x< 10-2 xt (x42) > 11
x<8 2x+2>11
2x>11-2
Sincex<10&x<8 x>9
x<8
9
X>=
2
x>4.5
Ex 5.1, 24
Ex 5.1, 24 teachoo.com
Find all pairs of consecutive even positive integers, both of
which are larger than 5 such that their sum is less than 23.
Let the smaller even positive integer be x
Since the larger integer is consecutive even ,
it will be x +2
Given that, Also, given that
both integers are larger than 5, | Sum of the two integers is less
ie.x>5 than 23.
&x4+2>5 “XxX + (x +2) < 23
x>5-2 2x+2<23
x>3 2x < 23-2
2x<21
Sincex>3&x>5 xc
>5
x x< 10.5
Ex 5.1, 25
Ex 5.1, 25 teachoo.com
The longest side of a triangle is 3 times the shortest side and the
third side is 2 cm shorter than the longest side. If the perimeter of
the triangle is at least 61 cm, find the minimum length of the
shortest side.
Let the length of the shortest side be x cm.
So, length of longest side = 3 times shorter side
= 3x
& Length of the third side = (3x— 2) cm
Now,
Perimeter = Sum of three sides
=x + 3x + (3x-2)
Ex 5.1, 26
Ex 5.1, 26 teachoo.com
A man wants to cut three lengths from a single piece of board of
length 91 cm. The second length is to be 3 cm longer than the
shortest and the third length is to be twice as long as the
shortest. What are the possible lengths of the shortest board if
the third piece is to be at least 5 cm longer than the second?
[Hint: If x is the length of the shortest board, then x, (x + 3) and
2x are the lengths of the second and third piece, respectively.
Thus, x + (x +3) + 2x $91 and 2x 2 (x +3) +5]
Let the length of the shortest board be x cm.
Length of second board = 3 cm longer than the shortest side
=x+3 cm
& Length of the third board = Twice the shortest board
=2xcm
Examples
20 questionsExample 1
Example 1 teachoo.com
Solve 30 x < 200 when
(i) x is a natural number
30 x < 200
200
*< 30
<2
FSG
x <6.66
Since x is a natural number i.e. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,....
We need to find values of x which is less than or equal to 6
i.e. x can be {1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6}
Example 2
Example 2 teachoo.com
Solve 5x — 3 < 3x +1 when
(i) x is an integer,
5x-3<3x+1
5x - 3x <1+3
2x<4
x<4
2
x<2
Since x is an integer (......,-3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3...)
We need to find values of x which is less than 2
ie. x can be ......-3, -2,-1,0, 1
= (140-3, —2, -1, 0, 1}
Example 3
Example 3 teackoo.com
Solve 4x + 3 < 6x +7.
4x+3<6x+7
4x -6x< 7-3
-2x<4
+x<i
2
—x<2
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by -1 & change the signs
-1 x (-x) > (-1)x 2
X>-2
Since x is a real number greater than — 2
Thus x € (-2, °)
Example 4
Example 4 teachoo.com
5-2x x
Solve ——< - —5.
3 6
5-—2x x
>. £2.75
3 6
5-—2x x —30
—_ < —————_
3 6
5-2x
6x —— <x-30
3
2(5 — 2x) < x- 30.
10- 4x < x-30
-4x-x <- 30-10
-5x <=- 40
<t0
XS 5
Example 5
Example 5 teachoo.com
Solve 7x + 3 < 5x + 9. Show the graph of the solutions on number
line.
7X+3<5x+9
7x-—5x < 9-3
2x <6
2x 6
ee
2°72
x<3
The graphical representation is
——_—_—_—_—_—s———
4 -3 -2 -1 0 1 2 3
Here 3 is not included in the shaded graph
Example 6
Example 6 teachoo.com
Solve at = = —1. Show the graph of the solutions on
number line.
3x-4 > x+1 -1
2 4
3x — 45 241-@
2 4
3x-4 > x-3
2 4
A(3x — 4) = 2(x - 3)
12x-16 >2x-6
12x-—2x >-6+16
10x > 10
> 10
x2 10
x21
Example 7
Example 7 teackoo.com
The marks obtained by a student of Class XI in first and second
terminal examination are 62 and 48, respectively. Find the
minimum marks he should get in the annual examination to
have an average of at least 60 marks.
Marks in first terminal examination = 62
Marks in second terminal examination = 48
Let x be the marks obtained in annual examination
62 +48
Average marks = a
Example 8
Example 8 teachoo.com
Find all pairs of consecutive odd natural numbers, both of
which are larger than 10, such that their sum is less than 40.
Let the smaller odd natural number be x
Since the larger integer is consecutive odd,
it will bex+2
Given that,
Both integers are larger than 10 |Sum of the numbers is less than 40
ie.x>10 &x+2>10 “x + (x+2)< 40
x>10-2 2x+2< 40
x>8 2x < 40-2
Sincex>10&x>8 2x < 38
>
x> 10 x<19
Example 9
Example 9 teackoo.com
Solve -8 <5x-3<7.
-8<5x-3<7
Adding 3 all sides (Eliminating -3)
-8+3<5x-3+3<7+3
-5 <5x<10
Dividing 5 all sides (Eliminating 5)
—-5 5x 10
eee
5° 5 5
-1<x<2
Thus, xis a real number which is less than 2 and greater than
or equal to -1
Hence, x € [-1, 2) is the solution
Example 10
Example 10 teackoo.com
Solve -5 <a> <3.
-5<-=<sg
Multiplying 2 all sides (Eliminating 2)
-5x2<5-3x<8x2
-10<5-3x<16
Subtracting 5 all sides (Eliminating 5)
-10-5<5-3x-5<16-5
-10-5<5-3x-5<16-5
-15<-3x<11
Dividing 3 all sides (Eliminating 3}
15 -3x 11
3 Sa Sa
S<-xS >
Example 11
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Example 11 eae om
Solve the system of inequalities:
3x-7<5+x
11-5x<1
and represent the solutions on the number line.
Solving Solving
3x-7<5+x 11-5xs1
3x-x<5+7 —5xs1-11
2x< 12 —5xs— 10
x< rte
12 ~xS
x<>
-xs-2
x<6 . . . .
Since x is negative, we multiply both
sides by -1 & change the signs
(-1)x (-x) 2 (-1) x (-2)
x22
Example 12
Example 12 (Method 1) teachoo.com
In an experiment, a solution of hydrochloric acid is to be kept
between 30° and 35° Celsius. What is the range of temperature in
degree Fahrenheit if conversion formula is given by C = ; (F - 32),
where C and F represent temperature in degree
9
F=2C+32
Given that the solution is to be kept between 30°C and 35°C,
Putting C = 30 Putting C = 35
F=2x30+32 F=2x 35 +32
=9x6+32 =9x7+32
= 54+ 32 =63 + 32
= 86 =95
Example 13
Example 13 teachoo.com
A manufacturer has 600 litres of a 12% solution of acid. How many
litres of a 30% acid solution must be added to it so that acid content
in the resulting mixture will be more than 15% but less than 18%?
Quantity of existing solution = 600 litres
Amount of acid in existing solution = 600 x 12%
12
= 600 x rn}
= 72 litres
Let the quantity of 30% acid solution to be added be x
Amount of acid in the added solution = 30% of x
30
= 700 ** = 0.3x
Question 1
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Example 9
Solve 3x + 2y > 6 graphically.
3x+2y>6
Lets first draw graph of
x
3x+2y=6
y
Putting x = Oin (1) Putting y = O in (1)
3(0} + 2y=6 3x + 2(0) =6
0+2y=6 3x+0=6
2y=6 3x=6
6 -6
Y=3 x3
y=3 x=2
Question 2
teachoo.com
Example 10
Solve 3x — 6 2 0 graphically in two dimensional plane.
3x-62 30
Lets first draw graph of
3x-6=0
3x= 6
| x eee
x=2 0 -13
3
x=2
At x = 2, y can have any value
Question 3
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Example 11
Solve y < 2 graphically.
y<2
Lets first draw graph of
y=2 Bago -14
222
At y = 2, x can have any value
Question 4
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Example 12
Solve the following system of linear inequalities
graphically. x+y25,x-ys3
First we solve x+y25
Lets first draw graph of nn
x+y=5 Ly | 5/0 |
Putting y = 0 in (1} Putting x = O in (1)
x+0=5 O+y=5
x=5 y=5
Question 5
Example 13 teackoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
5x + 4y $40,x22,y23
First we solve 5x + 4y s 40
> oe
Lets first draw graph of 10 0
5x + 4y = 40
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
5(0) + 4y = 40 5x + 4(0) = 40
0+ 4y= 40 5x +0=40
4y = 40
Y 5x = 40
_ 40
YoU 40
xT
y= 10
x=8
Question 6
Example 14 feachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities : 8x + 3y < 100,x20,y
20
First we solve 8x + 3y 2 100
Lets first draw graph of
8x + 3y = 100 | x |_o has]
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = Oin (1)
8(0) + 3y = 100 8x + 3(0) = 100
0+ 3y=100 8x +0=100
3y = 100 8x = 100
_ 100 _ 100
yu XeG
y= 33.33 x=12.5
Question 7
Example 15 teackoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically
x+2ys8,2x+ys8 ,x20,y20
First we solve x+ 2y< 8
Lets first draw graph of
x+2y=8 (1) | | 0 8
| y [eae
Putting x =Oin(1) | Putting y = Oin (1)
0+2y=8 x + 2(0) =8
2y=8 x+0=8
8 x=8
Y=
y=4
Miscellaneous
14 questionsMisc 1
Misc 1 teachoo.com
Solve the inequality 2< 3x-4<5
2<3x-4<5
Adding 4 both sides (Eliminating 4)
24+4<3x-44+455+4
6<3x<9
Dividing 3 all sides (Eliminating 3)
6 63% 9
3°33
26x83
Thus, x is a real number which is less than or equal to 2 and
greater than or equal to 3
“x € [2, 3] is the solution
Misc 2
Misc 2 teachoo.com
Solve the inequality 6 < —3(2x — 4) < 12
6 <— 3(2x—4)<12
6<-—6x+12<12
Subtracting 12 all sides (Eliminating 12)
6-12 <—6x+12-12<12-12
-6<- 6x <0
Dividing 6 all sides (Eliminating 6)
=6 .-6% 0
6 6 6
—-1<-x<0
Since x is negative, we multiply both sides by -1 & change the signs
(-1)« (-1) 2 (-1)x (>) >(-1)~ (0)
12> x>0
Misc 3
Misc 3 teachoo.com
Solve the inequality -3 <4 -= <= 18
3<4-2<18
Subtracting 4 all sides (Eliminating 4)
-3-4<4-%-4<18-4
7s<-teu
Multiplying 2 all sides (Eliminating 2)
-7x2<-2x2<14x2
-14< —7x <28
Dividing 7 all sides (Eliminating 7}
a4 Tt 8
7 7 7
Misc 4
Misc 4 teachoo.com
3(x-2
Solve the inequality —15 < <2 <0
3(x-2
15 <2) 6g
5
Multiplying 5 all sides (Eliminating 5)
3(x — 2)
-15 x5<5x ~~ 5x0
-75 < 3(x-2)<0
Dividing 3 all sides (Eliminating 3)
TTS 372) 60
3 3 3
—25<x-2<0
Adding 2 all sides (Eliminating 2)
-254+2<x-2+2s0+2
—23<x<2
Misc 5
Misc 5 teachoo.com
. . 3x
Solve the inequality —12 <4 — = <2
12<4 —-— 3x <2
—5
Subtracting 4 all sides (Eliminating 4)
3x
-12-4<4 — = -4s2-4
3x
—16<— a <-—2
3x
—16< 7 <-2
Multiplying 5 all sides (Eliminating 4)
3x
—16x5<— x5s—2x5
-80< 3x <-10
Misc 6
Misc 6 teachoo.com
Solve the inequality 7 < ot <11
73S eu
Multiplying 2 all sides(Eliminating 2)
7x2<(3x+11)< 112
14< 3x+11<5 22
Subtracting 11 all sides(Eliminating 11)
14-11 <3x—-115 22-11
3<3x<11
Dividing 3 all sides(Eliminating 3}
ist
t<x<>
3
Misc 7
Misc 7 teachoo.com
Solve the inequalities and represent the solution graphically
onnumberline: 5x+1>-24,5x-1<24
Solving Solving
5x+1>—-24 5x-1<24
5x >-24—1 5x <24+1
5x >-25 5x<25
-25
Xo x< 2
5
x>—5
x<5
Thus, x>-5&x<5
Misc 8
Misc 8 teachoo.com
Solve the inequalities and represent the solution graphically on
numberline: = 2(x-—1)< x +5, 3(x+2)>2-x
Solving Solving
2(x—1)<x45 3(x+2)>2-x
Wx-2<xt5 3x+6>2—x
x—-x<542 3x+x>2-6
xe? 4x >-4
-4
x>—
4
x>-1
Thus,x<7 & x>-1
Misc 9
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Misc 9
Solve the following inequalities and represent the solution
graphically on number line:
3x-7 > 2(x-6),6-—x>11-2x
Solving Solving
3x-7 > 2(x-6) 6-x>11-2x
3x—7>2x—-12 -x+2x>11-6
3x-2x>-12+7 x>5
x>-5
Thus,x>-5&x>5
Misc 10
Misc 10 teachoo.com
Solve the inequalities and represent the solution graphically on
number line: 5(2x — 7) — 3(2x + 3) < 0, 2x +19 < 6x +47
Solving Solving
§(2x — 7} — 3(2x + 3} $0 2x +19 $ 6x +47
10x-— 35-6x-9<0 2x — 6x < 47-19
4x-44<0 Ax < 28
A(x—11) <0 oe
4
x “4 -xs7
x—11<0 Since x is negative, we multiply
xsi both sides by -1 & change the signs
(1) x (-x) 2 (-1) (7)
x2-7
Misc 11
Misc 11 (Method 1) teachoo.com
A solution is to be kept between 68°F and 77°F. What is the range in
temperature in degree Celsius (C) if the Celsius/Fahrenheit (F)
conversion formula is given by F = - C+32?
9
F=-C+32
Given that the solution is to be kept between 68°F and 77°F,
Putting F = 68 Putting F = 77
68 == C +32 77 =2C +32
9 9
68-32=—-C 77 —32=-C
9 9
36==C 45 =—=C
5 5
C=36x 3 C=45x 3
c=4x5 C=5x5
c=20 C=25
Misc 12
Misc 12 teachoo.com
A solution of 8% boric acid is to be diluted by adding a 2% boric
acid solution to it. The resulting mixture is to be more than 4% but
less than 6% boric acid. If we have 640 litres of the 8% solution,
how many litres of the 2% solution will have to be added?
Let x litres of 2% boric acid solution is required to be added.
Then, total mixture = (x + 640) litres
This resulting mixture is to be more than 4% but less than 6%
boric acid.
«= 2% of x + 8% of 640 > 4% of (x + 640)
And, 2% of x + 8% of 640 < 6% of (x + 640)
Misc 13
Misc 13 teachoo.com
How many litres of water will have to be added to 1125 litres of
the 45% solution of acid so that the resulting mixture will
contain more than 25% but less than 30% acid content?
Volume of existing solution = 1125 litres
Amount of acid in it = 45% of 1125
Hence, amount of water in it = 55% of 1125
55
= Too * 1125
Let amount of water added be x litres
So, Volume of new solution = 1125 + x
Misc 14
Misc 14(Method 1) teachoocom
IQ of a person is given by the formula 1Q = = x 100, where MA is
mental age and CA is chronological age. If 830 < 1Q < 140 fora
group of 12 years old children, find the range of their mental age.
We know that
MA
IQ= aX 100,
Current age of children = 12
CA =12
Calculating Mental Age at IQ = 80 & IQ = 140
Solving Linear Inequality Graphically
10 questionsQuestion 1
Ex 6.2,1 teachoo.com
Solve the following inequalities graphically in two-dimensional
plane:xt+y<5
xty<5
Egos
Lets first draw graph of 5 0
x+y=5
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
O+y=5 x+0=5
y=5 x=5
Question 2
teachoo.com
Ex6.2, 2
Solve the given inequality graphically in two-dimensional plane:
2x+y26
2x+y2 6
x
Lets first draw graph of y
2x+y=6
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
2(0}+y=6 2x + (0)=6
O+y=6 2x=6
y=6 x=2
2
x=3
Question 3
teachoo.com
Ex 6.2, 3
Solve the given inequality graphically in two-dimensional
plane: 3x + 4y < 12
3x + 4y < 12 | x | 04
Ra: ©
Lets first draw graph of La 3
3x + 4y = 12
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
3(0) + 4y = 12 3x + 4(0) = 12
0+4y=12 3x+0=12
4y =12 3x=12
12 _12
ven x3
y=3 x=4
Question 4
Ex 6.2, 4 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality graphically in two-dimensional plane:
y+822x
y+82 2x
Ego.
Lets first draw graph of -8 0
y+8=2x
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = Oin (1)
y+8=2(0) 0+8=2x
y+8=0 8 = 2x
y=0-8 2x=8
y=-8 8
x=>
2
x=4
Question 5
teachoo.com
Ex6.2, 5
Solve the given inequality graphically in two-dimensional
plane: x-y<2
x-ys2 x
y
Lets first draw graph of
x-y =2
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1}
O-y =2 x-0 =2
-y=2 x-0 =2
=2
y=-2 *
Question 6
Ex 6.2, 6 teachoo.com
Solve 2x — 3y > 6 graphically.
2x-3y>6
Ego 3
Lets first draw graph of
2x—3y=6
Putting x = 0 in (1} Putting y = O in (1)
2(0)—3y =6 2x — 3(0) =6
0-3y=6 2x-0=6
—3y=6 2x=6
6 6
y= 3 x= z
y=-2 x=3
Question 7
Ex 6.2,7 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality graphically in two-dimensional plane: —
3x + 2y 2-6
-3x + 2y 2-6
Ego 2
Lets first draw graph of ra: 0
—3x+ 2y =-6
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
-3(0) + 2y =-6 -3x + 2(0) = -6
0+ 2y=-6 -3x+0=-6
2y =-6 -3x = -6
y= x=o8
2 -3
y=-3 x=2
Question 8
Ex 6.2, 8 teachoo.com
Solve the given inequality graphically in two-dimensional plane:
3y — 5x < 30
3y— 5x < 30 Lx | 0 -6
Lets first draw graph of ly | 10 0
3y— 5x = 30
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
3y—5(0) = 30 3(0) — 5x = 30
3y—0= 30 0-5x = 30
3y = 30 —5x = 30
_30 x= 6
Yr
y=10
Question 9
teachoo.com
Ex6.2, 9
Solve the given inequality graphically in two-dimensional
plane: y < -2
y <-2
Lets first draw graph of
y= -2 y
At y =-2, x can have any value
Question 10
teachoo.com
Ex6.2, 10
Solve the given inequality graphically in two-dimensional plane:
X>—3
x >-3
Lets first draw graph of
x=-3
x
At x = -3, y can have any value
Solving Pair of Linear Inequalities
15 questionsQuestion 1
Ex 6.3, 1 teachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
x23,y22
First we solve x 2 3
| x | 3.3 3
Lets first draw graph of
x=3
At x = 3, y can have any value
Question 2
teachoo.com
Ex 6.3, 2
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically: 3x + 2y < 12,
x21y22
First we solve 3x + 2y s 12
Lets first draw graph of lx |o| 4]
3x+2y=12 by | so)
Putting x = 0 in (1} Putting y = 0 in (1)
3(0) + 2y = 12 3x + 2(0} = 12
O+2y= 12 3x+0=12
2y=12
Y 3x =12
_ 12
vez 12
x= -
y= 6
x=4
Question 3
teachoo.com
Ex6.3, 3
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically: 2x + y> 6,
3x + 4y $12
First we solve 2x +y > 6
Lets first draw graph of |x [0] 3|
Ly | 6} 0]
ax+y=6
Putting y=Oin(1) | Putting x = O in (1)
2x + (O)=6 2(0)+y=6
2x =6 O+y=6
xa8 y=6
2
x=3
Question 4
teachoo.com
Ex6.3, 4
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
x+y24,2x-y<0
First we solve x+y 24
Lets first draw graph of |x | 0] 4|
x+y=3 | y | 4] 0]
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = O in (1)
O+y=4 Xx+0=4
y=4 x=4
Question 5
Ex6.3, 5 teachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically: 2x
-y>1,x-2y<-1
First we solve 2x-y>1
| x | ofos |
Ly |i] 0 |
Lets first draw graph of
ax-y=1
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = Oin (1)
2(0)-y=1 2x-(0)=1
O-y=1 2x=1
-y=il yet
2
yet x=0.5
Question 6
teachoo.com
Ex 6.3, 6
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
x+ys6,x+y24
First we solve x+y $6
Lets first draw graph of | x | 0 6
6 0
xt+y=6
Putting y = 0 in (1) Putting x = 0 in (1)
x+0=6 O+ry=6
x=6 y=6
Question 7
Ex 6.3,7 teachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
2x+y28,x+2y210
First we solve 2x+y2 8
Lets first draw graph of | ° ;
2x+y=8
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
2(0)+y=6 2x +{0)=6
O+y=6 2x=8
y=8 xa
2
x=4
Question 8
teachoo.com
Ex 6.3, 8
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
Xx+ys9,y>x,x20
First we solve x+ y $9
|<
Lets first draw graph of ly | 9 0
x+y=9 (1)
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
O+ry=9 x+0=9
y=9 x=9
Question 9
Ex6.3, 9 teachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically: 5x + 4y < 20,
x21y22
First we solve 5x + 4y s 20 rx a
Lets first draw graph of Ly} 5 0.
5x + 4y = 20 (1)
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
5(0) + 4y = 20 5x + 4(0) = 20
O+4y= 20 5x +0=20
Ay = 20
Y 5x = 20
_ 20
yaa 20
x ==
y=5
x=4
Question 10
Ex 6.3, 10 teachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
3x + 4y < 60,x + 3y $30,x20,y20
Now we solve 3x + 4y < 60
Lets first draw graph of | x | 0 20
3x + 4y = 60
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
3(0) + 4y = 60 3x + 4(0) = 60
0+ 4y=60 3x+0=60
Ay = 60 3x = 60
60 60
Yr XE>
y=15 x=20
Question 11
Ex 6.3, 11 teachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
2x+y24,x+ys3,2x—-3y<6
First we solve 2x+y2 4
Lets first draw graph of x | 02
40
ax+y=4
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
2(0)+y=4 2x + (0) =4
O+y=4 2x=4
y=4 4
xX=>
2
x=2
Question 12
Ex 6.3, 12 teachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
x—2y $3,3x+4y212,x20,y21
First we solve x—2y > 3
Lets first draw graph of | x | 0 3
x-2y=3
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
O-2y=3 x—2(0) =3
-2y=3 x-0=3
3 =
yes x=3
y=-1.5
Question 13
Ex6.3, 13 feachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
4x + 3y $ 60, y 2 2x, x23,x,y20
Now we solve 4x + 3y < 60 | x | 0 [45|
Lets first draw graph of | y [20] 0 |
4x+3y=60 _ ...(1)
Putting x = Oin (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
(0) + 3y = 60 4x + 3(0) = 60
0+ 3y=60 4x+0=60
3y = 60 4x = 60
60 - 60
y= 7 x= Z
y =20 x=15
Question 14
Ex 6.3, 14 teachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
3x + 2y $150, x + 4y $ 80,x<15,y20,x20
Now we solve 3x + 2y < 150
Lets first draw graph of | x | 0 50
3x+2y=150 __ ...(1) 750
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1)
3(0) + 2y = 150 3x + 2(0) = 150
0+ 2y=150 3x+0=150
2y = 150 3x = 150
_ 150 _ 150
Yr Xe"
y=75 x=50
Question 15
Ex 6.3, 15 teachoo.com
Solve the following system of inequalities graphically:
X+2y<s10,x+y21,x-ys0,x20,y20
First we solve x+2y< 10
Lets first draw graph of x | 0 10
x+2y=10 (2) 5 0
Putting x = 0 in (1) Putting y = 0 in (1}
0+2y=10 x + 2(0) = 10
2y =10 x+0=10
y= 10 x=10
2
y=5
Why Learn This With Teachoo?
Linear Inequalities teaches how to describe and solve ranges of possible values rather than a single equality. Students solve inequalities in one variable, represent solution sets on a number line and find graphical solutions of linear inequalities in two variables. They also solve systems of inequalities and translate real situations into mathematical constraints. Teachoo includes NCERT solutions, examples, miscellaneous problems and concept-wise lessons for algebraic, number-line, graphical and statement-based questions.
What is a linear inequality?
An inequality compares expressions using <, >, ≤ or ≥. A linear inequality in one variable may have infinitely many solutions forming an interval. Most algebraic operations resemble those used for equations, with one crucial rule: multiplying or dividing both sides by a negative number reverses the inequality sign.
For example, −2x < 6 gives x > −3, not x < −3. Students simplify brackets and fractions, collect variable terms and express answers using set-builder or interval notation. If a problem restricts x to natural numbers, integers or real numbers, the final solution must respect that domain.
The solution of a compound condition may require an intersection. “x is greater than 2 and at most 7” gives (2, 7]. An “or” condition may produce a union of intervals. Open circles on a number line represent excluded endpoints; filled circles represent included endpoints.
Inequalities in two variables
A linear inequality ax + by + c > 0 represents one of the two half-planes separated by the boundary line ax + by + c = 0. For a strict inequality, the boundary is not included; for ≤ or ≥, it is included. A test point—often (0, 0), if it is not on the boundary—reveals which side satisfies the inequality.
For a system of inequalities, graph every boundary and shade the common region satisfying all constraints. The feasible region may be bounded, unbounded or empty. Even when the chapter does not optimise a function, this method prepares students for linear programming in Class 12.
Word problems and mathematical constraints
Inequality statements appear in budgets, capacity, age, distance, marks and production limits. Phrases such as “at least,” “at most,” “more than,” “not exceeding” and “no less than” must be translated accurately. Define the variable and its permitted domain before forming the inequality, solve it and interpret the result in the original context.
Topics covered on Teachoo
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Exercise 5.1, NCERT examples and miscellaneous questions;
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solving one-sided linear inequalities;
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solving inequalities with variable terms on both sides;
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number-line representation;
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intersection of two number-line conditions;
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statement and word problems;
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graphical solution of one inequality in two variables;
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graphical solution of two or more inequalities;
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pair-of-inequalities and feasible-region questions.
Key rules and representations
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Add or subtract the same real number on both sides without changing the sign.
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Multiply or divide by a positive number without changing the sign.
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Multiply or divide by a negative number and reverse the sign.
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Use an open endpoint for < or > and a closed endpoint for ≤ or ≥.
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For two variables, draw the equality boundary first and test a point.
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The solution of a system is the intersection of all individual solution regions.
Learning outcomes
Students should be able to solve linear inequalities algebraically, state their solution sets and represent them on a number line. They should form inequalities from verbal constraints, distinguish strict and inclusive bounds and graph inequalities in two variables. They should identify the common solution region of a system and test whether a point belongs to it.
Why is this chapter important?
Many real decisions involve acceptable ranges rather than exact values. Inequalities underpin domain restrictions, optimisation, probability bounds and linear programming. The chapter develops careful reasoning about conditions and teaches students to interpret solutions rather than merely calculate them.
How Teachoo helps you prepare
Teachoo separates algebraic, number-line, statement and graph problems. Begin with one-variable inequalities and verbally explain why the sign reverses when multiplying by a negative. Then connect symbolic intervals to number-line diagrams. For graphing, first draw the boundary line accurately using two points, decide whether it is solid or dashed and only then test a point.
Serial-order solutions help with NCERT exercises and examples, while concept-wise groups allow targeted revision. Redraw each graph independently instead of copying the shading. After solving a word problem, test one allowed and one excluded value to confirm the interpretation.
School-exam, JEE and competency preparation
School exams commonly test algebra, number-line representation, graphing and statement translation. Competitive questions may combine inequalities with modulus, rational expressions or domains; although those extensions require additional sign analysis, the logical habits begin here.
Competency questions often hide the inequality inside a scenario. “The total cannot exceed 500” means ≤ 500, whereas “more than 500” means > 500. Preserve non-negativity constraints for quantities such as number of items. In a graphical question, test a labelled point in every original inequality rather than trusting the appearance of shading.
Quick revision checklist
Solve inequalities involving brackets, fractions and a negative coefficient; express each answer in interval form; draw three number-line solutions; translate five common phrases; graph one strict and one inclusive inequality; and find the common region of a three-constraint system.
Common mistakes to avoid
Do not forget to reverse the inequality after multiplying or dividing by a negative. Do not reverse it after merely adding a negative number. Keep strict and inclusive endpoints distinct. A shaded region that satisfies one inequality may fail another, so always use the intersection. When using (0, 0) as a test point, first ensure it is not on the boundary.
Deeper reasoning and concept connections
The strongest way to learn Linear Inequalities is to separate three layers: the object being studied, the rule that describes it and the reason the rule works. A correct numerical result is useful, but a complete mathematical answer also explains the relationship used. Students should compare examples and non-examples, change one condition at a time and observe whether the conclusion still holds.
This chapter is part of a longer progression. Its vocabulary and representations will appear again in algebra, geometry, data, measurement or higher problem-solving. Build links deliberately: translate pictures into statements, statements into operations and operations back into a sensible interpretation. If the final result cannot be explained in ordinary language, the method has probably been followed mechanically rather than understood.
How to solve unfamiliar and competency-based questions
When a question looks new, do not search memory for an identical example. Classify it. Decide whether it asks for recognition, calculation, representation, comparison, explanation or proof. Write the relevant definition or property first. Next, organise the data and select the shortest valid method. This converts an unfamiliar surface story into a familiar mathematical structure.
Use estimation and special cases as quality checks. Test zero, one, equal values, endpoints or a simple symmetric figure whenever they are permitted. A result that violates the diagram, scale, sign, unit or expected range is a signal to recheck the setup. In multi-part cases, carry forward only verified results so one early error does not silently contaminate every later answer.
What complete mastery looks like
For Linear Inequalities, a student should be able to define the central ideas in simple language, recognise them in different representations, solve routine questions accurately and explain the method used. They should also be able to correct a flawed solution, create an example satisfying given conditions and combine two ideas from the chapter in one problem. A reliable mastery test is to solve one direct question, one application question and one reasoning question without looking at notes, then explain all three aloud or in writing.
Keep a compact error log with four labels: concept, interpretation, calculation and presentation. Reattempt each error after a gap instead of rereading the answer immediately. Improvement comes from correcting the decision that caused the mistake, not from repeating questions whose method is already known.
Additional frequently asked questions
What should a student know before starting Linear Inequalities?
Revise the definitions, number operations, diagrams or notation used at the beginning of the chapter. The prerequisite list should be short: if an earlier skill blocks progress, repair that skill with two or three focused questions and return to the chapter.
How can a student check an answer in Linear Inequalities?
Use an independent check whenever possible: substitute the result, reverse the operation, estimate its size, compare it with the figure, test a simpler case or solve using another representation. A check should examine the mathematical condition, not merely repeat the same arithmetic.
How many questions are enough for strong preparation?
There is no fixed number. Stop counting questions and track coverage: every concept, every standard method, at least one mixed problem, one competency-based problem and every previously incorrect type should be solved independently. Ten varied, analysed questions are more valuable than fifty copied solutions.
How should Teachoo solutions be used without becoming dependent on them?
Attempt the question first and mark the exact step where progress stops. Read only enough of the solution to repair that step, close it and restart the question. Finally, solve a similar problem without help. This turns a solution into feedback rather than a substitute for thinking.
Frequently asked questions
When does an inequality sign reverse?
It reverses when both sides are multiplied or divided by the same negative number.
How do I know whether a boundary line is included?
The line is included for ≤ or ≥ and excluded for < or >.
What is a feasible region?
It is the common set of points satisfying every inequality in a given system.
Can an inequality have no solution?
Yes. Contradictory conditions can produce an empty solution set or no common graphical region.
Does Teachoo include graphical solutions?
Yes. Teachoo covers one-equation boundaries, pairs and systems of graphical inequalities as well as algebraic and statement questions.
Check every solution against the original condition. Inequalities reward attention to direction, endpoints, domains and the meaning of the final range.