Basic Algebra

Virtual Class

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1. Which of the following illustrates the inverse
property?
23 5
A. − − =1
5 23
B. −12 + 2𝑥 ∙ 1 = −12 + 2𝑥
C. 2 3𝑥 − 4 = 6𝑥 − 8
D. −𝑥 + 4 + 3𝑥 = −𝑥 + 3𝑥 + 4

Answer: Choice A
Choice B – Identity property
Choice C – Distributive property
Choice D – Associative and commutative
properties
2. Simplify: 3 × 12 ÷ 6 − 4 + 27 ÷ 9 × 2

7 77
A. −4 B. C. 8 D.
2 18

Solution:
Following the Order of Operations:
3 × 12 ÷ 6 − 4 + 27 ÷ 9 × 2
36 ÷ 6 − 4 + 3 × 2
6−4+6=𝟖

Choice C
 4𝑥𝑦
3. If 𝑥 = 2 and 𝑦 = −3, what is the value of ?
3𝑥 2 +𝑦 2

5 4 8
A. −8 B. C. − D. −
21 3 7

Solution:
Substitute the values of x and y in the given
expression and then simplify:
4 2 (−3) −24
2 2
=
3(2 ) + (−3) 3(4) + 9
−24 −24 𝟖
= = =−
12 + 9 21 𝟕
Choice D
4. Simplify:
5𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 + 4 − 4𝑥 2 − 3𝑥 + 1 + (−2𝑥 3 + 𝑥 2 − 5)

A. 3𝑥 3 − 3𝑥 2 − 5𝑥 C. 7𝑥 3 + 5𝑥 2 + 𝑥 − 2
B. 3𝑥 3 − 3𝑥 2 + 𝑥 − 2 D. 3𝑥 3 − 5𝑥 2 + 𝑥 − 2

Solution:
First, apply the Distributive Property:
5𝑥 3 − 2𝑥 + 4 − 4𝑥 2 + 3𝑥 − 1 − 2𝑥 3 + 𝑥 2 − 5
Combine like terms:
3𝑥 3 − 3𝑥 2 + 𝑥 − 2

Choice B
 Laws of Exponents
Let a and b be nonzero real numbers and m and n be integers.
 Product property 𝒂𝒎 ∙ 𝒂𝒏 = 𝒂𝒎+𝒏
𝒂𝒎
 Quotient property = 𝒂𝒎−𝒏
𝒂𝒏
 Power property (𝒂𝒎 )𝒏 = 𝒂𝒎𝒏
 Product to a power property (𝒂𝒃)𝒏 = 𝒂𝒏 𝒃𝒏
𝒂 𝒏 𝒂𝒏
 Quotient to a power property =
𝒃 𝒃𝒏
𝟏
 Negative-integer exponent property 𝒂−𝒏 =
𝒂𝒏
 Zero-exponent property 𝒂𝟎 = 𝟏
 4𝑥 3 (𝑥 4 )3
5. Simplify:
15(𝑥 3 )−2

4 4𝑥 21 4𝑥 9 4
A. B. C. D.
15𝑥 21 15 15 15𝑥 9

Solution:
Apply the power property and product to a power
property
4𝑥 3 (𝑥 4 )3 4𝑥 3 𝑥 12 4𝑥 15
3 −2
= −6
=
15(𝑥 ) 15𝑥 15𝑥 −6
Apply the quotient property
4𝑥 15 4𝑥 21
−6
=
15𝑥 15
Choice B
6. Evaluate: 3−2 + 4−1 − 2−2

1 1
A. −9 B. 9 C. − D.
9 9

Solution:
Apply the negative-integer exponent property
−2 −1 −2
1 1 1
3 +4 −2 = 2+ − 2
3 4 2
Simplify
1 1 1 1
= + − =
9 4 4 9
Choice D
7. Multiply: 2𝑥(4𝑥 − 1)(3𝑥 + 9)

A. 24𝑥 3 + 66𝑥 2 − 18𝑥 C. 22𝑥 2 − 67𝑥 − 18

B. 24𝑥 2 + 66𝑥 2 − 18 D. 12𝑥 3 + 33𝑥 2 − 9𝑥

Solution:
Multiply the two binomials using the FOIL method.
4𝑥 − 1 3𝑥 + 9 = 12𝑥 2 + 36𝑥 − 3𝑥 − 9
= 12𝑥 2 + 33𝑥 − 9
Multiply the result and the monomial (Distributive
property)
2x 12𝑥 2 + 33𝑥 − 9
= 24𝑥 3 + 66𝑥 2 − 18𝑥
Choice A
 Factoring Polynomials
Strategy for Factoring Polynomials
 Factor out the greatest common factor.
 Identify any special polynomial forms and apply
factoring formulas
𝑎2 − 𝑏 2 = (𝑎 + 𝑏)(𝑎 − 𝑏)
𝑎3 − 𝑏 3 = (𝑎 − 𝑏)(𝑎2 + 𝑎𝑏 + 𝑏 2 )
𝑎3 + 𝑏 3 = 𝑎 + 𝑏 𝑎2 − 𝑎𝑏 + 𝑏 2
𝑎2 ± 2𝑎𝑏 + 𝑏 2 = (𝑎 ± 𝑏)2
 Factor a trinomial into a product of two binomials:
(𝑎𝑥 + 𝑏)(𝑐𝑥 + 𝑑)
 Factor by grouping
8. Factor completely: 5𝑥 3 − 10𝑥 2 − 15𝑥

A. 5𝑥(𝑥 + 3)(𝑥 − 1) C. 5𝑥(𝑥 − 3)(𝑥 − 1)

B. 5𝑥(𝑥 − 3)(𝑥 + 1) D. (5𝑥 2 − 3𝑥)(𝑥 + 5)

Solution:
First, factor out the common monomial factor.
5𝑥 3 − 10𝑥 2 − 15𝑥 = 5𝑥(𝑥 2 − 2𝑥 − 3)
Factor the trinomial.
= 5𝑥(𝑥 − 3)(𝑥 + 1)

Choice B
9. Factor completely: 𝑥 3 − 5𝑥 2 − 4𝑥 + 20

A. (𝑥 + 5)(𝑥 − 2)2 C. (𝑥 + 5)(𝑥 + 2)(𝑥 − 2)

B. (𝑥 + 5)(𝑥 2 + 4) D. (𝑥 − 5)(𝑥 + 2)(𝑥 − 2)
Solution:
Since there are four terms, apply factoring by
grouping
𝑥 3 − 5𝑥 2 − 4𝑥 + 20 = 𝑥 3 − 5𝑥 2 − 4𝑥 − 20
= 𝑥2 𝑥 − 5 − 4 𝑥 − 5
= 𝑥 − 5 𝑥2 − 4
Factor further by applying the difference of two
squares pattern
𝑥 3 − 5𝑥 2 − 4𝑥 + 20 = 𝑥 − 5 (𝑥 + 2)(𝑥 − 2)
Choice D
 𝑦 3 +8
10.Simplify:
𝑦 3 −2𝑦 2 +4𝑦

𝑦+2 𝑦−2 𝑦+4 𝑦+2

A. B. C. D.
2 𝑦 𝑦 𝑦

Solution:
Factor the numerator and denominator completely.
Divide out (cancel) the common factor(s).
𝑦3 + 8 (𝑦 + 2)(𝑦 2 − 2𝑦 + 4) 𝑦 + 2
3 2
= 2
=
𝑦 − 2𝑦 + 4𝑦 𝑦(𝑦 − 2𝑦 + 4) 𝑦
Choice D
 𝑡+2 3−2𝑡
11.Simplify: +
3𝑡−9 5𝑡−15

−𝑡+15 3𝑡+8 −𝑡+19 −𝑡+5

A. B. C. D.
15(𝑡−3) 15(𝑡−3) 15(𝑡−3) 15(𝑡−3)

Solution:
LCD: 15(𝑡 − 3)
𝑡+2 3 − 2𝑡 5(𝑡 + 2) 3(3 − 2𝑡)
+ = +
3(𝑡 − 3) 5(𝑡 − 3) 15(𝑡 − 3) 15(𝑡 − 3)
5𝑡 + 10 + 9 − 6𝑡 −𝑡 + 19
=
15(𝑡 − 3) 15(𝑡 − 3)
Choice C
 Radicals and Rational Exponents
Properties of Radicals
𝑛 𝑛 𝑛
 𝑎𝑏 = 𝑎∙ 𝑏
𝑛
𝑛 𝑎 𝑎
 = 𝑛
𝑏 𝑏
𝑛 𝑛 𝑚
 𝑎𝑚 = 𝑎
𝑛
 𝑎𝑛 = 𝑎 when n is odd
𝑛
 𝑎𝑛 = 𝑎 when n is even
 Radicals and Rational Exponents
▪ Radicals can be combined only if they are like radicals (same
radicand and index)
▪ Quotients with radicals in the denominator are usually
rewritten with no radicals in the denominator (rationalizing
the denominator)
▪ Expressions with rational exponents may be written in
radical form: 𝑎1Τ𝑛 = 𝑛 𝑎
𝑚Τ𝑛 1Τ𝑛 𝑚 𝑛 𝑚
𝑎 = 𝑎 = 𝑎
𝑛
𝑎𝑚Τ𝑛 = 𝑎𝑚 1Τ𝑛 = 𝑎𝑚
▪ The properties for integer exponents also hold true for
rational exponents.
 3
12.Simplify: −27𝑎8 𝑏 5

2 3 3
A. −3𝑎 𝑏 𝑎2 𝑏2 C. −3𝑎𝑏 𝑎2 𝑏 2
3
B. 3 𝑎2 𝑏 2 D. 3𝑎𝑏 𝑎3 𝑏 3

Solution:
3 3
−27𝑎8 𝑏 5 = −27𝑎6 ∙ 𝑎2 ∙ 𝑏 3 ∙ 𝑏 2
2 3
= −3𝑎 𝑏 𝑎2 𝑏2

Choice A
 3
13.Simplify:
5+4

− 15+4 3 15−4 3
A. C.
11 9
− 15−4 3 3 15+5 3
B. D.
11 20

Solution:
3 3 5−4
15 − 4 3
= ∙ =
5+4 5+4 5−4 5 − 16
15 − 4 3 − 𝟏𝟓 + 𝟒 𝟑
=
−11 𝟏𝟏
Choice A
 Complex Numbers
 The imaginary unit 𝑖:𝑖 = −1 or 𝑖 2 = −1
 Complex numbers:
▪ Standard form: 𝑎 + 𝑏𝑖, where 𝑎 is the real part
and 𝑏 is the imaginary part
 Addition or subtraction: add or subtract the real
parts and imaginary parts, respectively.
𝑎 + 𝑏𝑖 + 𝑐 + 𝑑𝑖 = 𝑎 + 𝑐 + 𝑏 + 𝑑 𝑖
𝑎 + 𝑏𝑖 − 𝑐 + 𝑑𝑖 = 𝑎 − 𝑐 + 𝑏 − 𝑑 𝑖
 Complex Numbers
 Multiplication: apply the same methods as for
multiplying binomials. Remember that 𝑖 2 = −1
𝑎 + 𝑏𝑖 𝑐 + 𝑑𝑖 = 𝑎𝑐 − 𝑏𝑑 + 𝑎𝑑 + 𝑏𝑐 𝑖
 Division: To write a quotient of complex numbers in
standard form, multiply the numerator and the
denominator by the complex conjugate of the
denominator.
𝑎 + 𝑏𝑖 𝑐 − 𝑑𝑖
∙
𝑐 + 𝑑𝑖 𝑐 − 𝑑𝑖
14.Add and express in the form 𝑎 + 𝑏𝑖:
3 − −25 − (14 + −16)

A. −11 + −41 C. −11 + 9𝑖

B. −11 − 9𝑖 D. −12
Solution:
3 − −25 − (14 + −16)
= 3 − 5𝑖 − (14 + 4𝑖)
= 3 − 14 + −5 − 4 𝑖
= −11 − 9𝑖
Choice B
15.Solve the equation: 11 − 2𝑥 = 𝑥 − 1

A. 12 B. 4 C. 6 D. no solution

Solution: 2
Square both sides: 11 − 2𝑥 = ( 𝑥 − 1)2
11 − 2𝑥 = 𝑥 − 1
Solve for x:
−2𝑥 − 𝑥 = −1 − 11
−3x = −12
𝒙=𝟒
15.Solve the equation: 11 − 2𝑥 = 𝑥 − 1

A. 12 B. 4 C. 6 D. no solution

Solution (cont’d):
Squaring both sides of a radical equation may result to
extraneous solutions. Always check by substituting the
solutions obtained in the original equation.
For 𝑥 = 4: 11 − 2(4) = 4 − 1
11 − 8 = 3
3= 3
𝑥 = 4 is a solution
Choice B
16.Solve the equation: 2 −2𝑥 − 2 − 3 = 13

A. {−5} B. {3} C. {−5, 3} D. {0}

Solution:
Isolate the absolute value term:
2 −2𝑥 − 2 = 16
−2𝑥 − 2 = 8

Absolute value property:

𝑥 = 𝐴 is equivalent to 𝑥 = −𝐴 or 𝑥 = 𝐴
16.Solve the equation: 2 −2𝑥 − 2 − 3 = 13

A. {−5} B. {3} C. {−5, 3} D. {0}

Solution: (cont’d)
Applying the property
−2𝑥 − 2 = 8 is equivalent to
−2𝑥 − 2 = −8 or −2𝑥 − 2 = 8
−2𝑥 = −6 or −2𝑥 = 10
𝑥 = 3 or 𝑥 = −5

Choice C
17.The length of a rectangle is 3 inches less than twice
its width. If the area of the rectangle is 135 square
inches, find the perimeter of the rectangle.

A. 24 in. B. 36 in. C. 48 in. D. 54 in.

Solution:
Let x = width of the rectangle
2x – 3 = length of the rectangle
𝐴 = 𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑡ℎ × 𝑤𝑖𝑑𝑡ℎ
2𝑥 − 3 𝑥 = 135
2𝑥 2 − 3𝑥 − 135 = 0
2𝑥 + 15 𝑥 − 9 = 0
17.The length of a rectangle is 3 inches less than twice
its width. If the area of the rectangle is 135 square
inches, find the perimeter of the rectangle.

A. 24 in. B. 36 in. C. 48 in. D. 54 in.

Solution: (cont’d)
2𝑥 + 15 𝑥 − 9 = 0
15
𝑥=− or 𝑥=9
2
15
We reject 𝑥=− .
2
Therefore, the width of the rectangle is 9 inches and
its length is 2 9 − 3 = 15 inches.
17.The length of a rectangle is 3 inches less than twice
its width. If the area of the rectangle is 135 square
inches, find the perimeter of the rectangle.

A. 24 in. B. 36 in. C. 48 in. D. 54 in.

Solution: (cont’d)
𝑃 = 2 𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑡ℎ + 2 𝑤𝑖𝑑𝑡ℎ
𝑃 = 2 15 + 2 9 = 48
The perimeter is 48 inches.
Choice C
18.Which equation represents a line perpendicular to
the graph of 2𝑥 − 4𝑦 = 16?

1
A. 𝑦=− 𝑥+ 4 C. 𝑦 = −2𝑥 + 6
2
1
B. 𝑦 = 𝑥−5 D. 𝑦 = 2𝑥 + 8
2

Solution:
The slopes of two perpendicular lines are negative
reciprocals of each other.
Change the equation to the slope-intercept form:
2𝑥 − 4𝑦 = 16
−4𝑦 = −2𝑥 + 16
−2𝑥 + 16 1
𝑦= = 𝑥−4
−4 2
18.Which equation represents a line perpendicular to
the graph of 2𝑥 − 4𝑦 = 16?

1
A. 𝑦=− 𝑥+ 4 C. 𝑦 = −2𝑥 + 6
2
1
B. 𝑦 = 𝑥−5 D. 𝑦 = 2𝑥 + 8
2

Solution: (cont’d)
1
𝑦 = 𝑥−4
2
1
slope of the given line:
2
slope of the line perpendicular to the given line: -2

Choice C
19.What is the slope of the line represented by the
equation 4𝑥 + 7𝑦 = −20?

4 4 7 7
A. B. − C. D. −
7 7 4 4

Solution:
Change the equation to the slope-intercept form.
4𝑥 + 7𝑦 = −20
7𝑦 = −4𝑥 − 20
−4𝑥 − 20
𝑦=
7
𝟒 20
𝑦=− 𝑥−
𝟕 7
Choice B
 5𝑥 − 2𝑦 = −1
20.Solve the system of equations: ቊ
𝑥 + 4𝑦 = 35

A. 3, 9 B. 2, 9 C. 3, 8 D. 2, 8
Solution:
To solve a system of linear equations, use either the
substitution method or elimination method.

By substitution method:
Solve eq. 2 for x: 𝑥 = −4𝑦 + 35
Substitute in eq. 1: 5 −4𝑦 + 35 − 2𝑦 = −1
Solve for y: −20𝑦 + 175 − 2𝑦 = −1
−22𝑦 = −176  𝑦 = 8
 5𝑥 − 2𝑦 = −1
20.Solve the system of equations: ቊ
𝑥 + 4𝑦 = 35

A. 3, 9 B. 2, 9 C. 3, 8 D. 2, 8
Solution (cont’d):
Substitute in eq. 2:
𝑥 = −4 8 + 35 = −32 + 35 = 3

Solution: (3, 8)

Choice C
 5𝑥 − 2𝑦 = −1
20.Solve the system of equations: ቊ
𝑥 + 4𝑦 = 35

A. 3, 9 B. 2, 9 C. 3, 8 D. 2, 8
Solution (cont’d):
By elimination method:
Multiply eq. 1 by 2: 2(5𝑥 − 2𝑦 = −1)
10𝑥 − 4𝑦 = −2
Add eqns. 1 and 2 to eliminate y:
10𝑥 − 4𝑦 = −2
𝑥 + 4𝑦 = 35
11𝑥 = 33  𝑥 = 3
 5𝑥 − 2𝑦 = −1
20.Solve the system of equations: ቊ
𝑥 + 4𝑦 = 35

A. 3, 9 B. 2, 9 C. 3, 8 D. 2, 8
Solution (cont’d):
Substitute in any of the given equations to solve for y:
3 + 4𝑦 = 35
4𝑦 = 32
𝑦=8

Solution: (3, 8)
Choice C
21. Mr. Torres invested a total of PhP 280,000 in two bonds. He
invested in one bond at an annual rate of 6% and in another
bond at an annual rate of 8%. After one year, the total
interest earned was PhP 20,525. How much money did Mr.
Torres invest in each bond?
A. P186,250 at 6% and P93,750 at 8%
B. P93,750 at 6% and P186,250 at 8%
C. P211,250 at 6% and P68,750 at 8%
D. P68,750 at 6% and P211,250 at 8%

Solution:
Let x = amount invested at 6%;
y = amount invested at 8%
Simple Interest: 𝐼 = 𝑃𝑟𝑡
P = principal amount or amount invested;
r = rate of interest;
t = time (years)
21. Mr. Torres invested a total of PhP 280,000 in two bonds. He
invested in one bond at an annual rate of 6% and in another
bond at an annual rate of 8%. After one year, the total
interest earned was PhP 20,525. How much money did Mr.
Torres invest in each bond?
A. P186,250 at 6% and P93,750 at 8%
B. P93,750 at 6% and P186,250 at 8%
C. P211,250 at 6% and P68,750 at 8%
D. P68,750 at 6% and P211,250 at 8%

Solution (cont’d):
Total amount invested: 𝑥 + 𝑦 = 280000
Total interest earned: 0.06𝑥 + 0.08𝑦 = 20525
Solve the system: 𝑥 + 𝑦 = 280000
ቊ
0.06𝑥 + 0.08𝑦 = 20525
21. Mr. Torres invested a total of PhP 280,000 in two bonds. He
invested in one bond at an annual rate of 6% and in another
bond at an annual rate of 8%. After one year, the total
interest earned was PhP 20,525. How much money did Mr.
Torres invest in each bond?
A. P186,250 at 6% and P93,750 at 8%
B. P93,750 at 6% and P186,250 at 8%
C. P211,250 at 6% and P68,750 at 8%
D. P68,750 at 6% and P211,250 at 8%

Solution (cont’d):
By substitution:
𝑦 = 280000 − 𝑥
0.06𝑥 + 0.08 280000 − 𝑥 = 20525
21. Mr. Torres invested a total of PhP 280,000 in two bonds. He
invested in one bond at an annual rate of 6% and in another
bond at an annual rate of 8%. After one year, the total
interest earned was PhP 20,525. How much money did Mr.
Torres invest in each bond?
A. P186,250 at 6% and P93,750 at 8%
B. P93,750 at 6% and P186,250 at 8%
C. P211,250 at 6% and P68,750 at 8%
D. P68,750 at 6% and P211,250 at 8%

Solution (cont’d):
0.06𝑥 + 0.08 280000 − 𝑥 = 20525
0.06𝑥 + 22400 − 0.08𝑥 = 20525
−0.02𝑥 = −1875
𝑥 = P93,750
21. Mr. Torres invested a total of PhP 280,000 in two bonds. He
invested in one bond at an annual rate of 6% and in another
bond at an annual rate of 8%. After one year, the total
interest earned was PhP 20,525. How much money did Mr.
Torres invest in each bond?
A. P186,250 at 6% and P93,750 at 8%
B. P93,750 at 6% and P186,250 at 8%
C. P211,250 at 6% and P68,750 at 8%
D. P68,750 at 6% and P211,250 at 8%

Solution: (cont’d)
x = P93750
𝑦 = 280000 − 93750 = P186250

Choice B
Inequalities: Interval Notation
22.Solve the inequality: 2 2𝑥 + 10 + 4 ≥ 10
A. {𝑥|𝑥 ≤ −6.5 𝑜𝑟 𝑥 ≥ −3.5}
B. {𝑥|𝑥 ≤ −3.5 𝑜𝑟 𝑥 ≥ 3.5}
C. {𝑥|𝑥 ≤ −6.5 𝑜𝑟 𝑥 ≥ 6.5}
D. {𝑥|𝑥 ≤ 3.5 𝑜𝑟 𝑥 ≥ 6.5}

Solution:
𝑥 > 𝐴 is equivalent to 𝑥 < −𝐴 or 𝑥 > 𝐴
First, isolate the absolute value expression:
2 2𝑥 + 10 + 4 ≥ 10
2𝑥 + 10 ≥ 3
Apply the property:
2𝑥 + 10 ≥ 3 is equivalent to
2𝑥 + 10 ≤ −3 or 2𝑥 + 10 ≥ 3
22.Solve the inequality: 2 2𝑥 + 10 + 4 ≥ 10
A. {𝑥|𝑥 ≤ −6.5 𝑜𝑟 𝑥 ≥ −3.5}
B. {𝑥|𝑥 ≤ −3.5 𝑜𝑟 𝑥 ≥ 3.5}
C. {𝑥|𝑥 ≤ −6.5 𝑜𝑟 𝑥 ≥ 6.5}
D. {𝑥|𝑥 ≤ 3.5 𝑜𝑟 𝑥 ≥ 6.5}

Solution:
2𝑥 + 10 ≤ −3 or 2𝑥 + 10 ≥ 3
Solve the inequalities:
2𝑥 ≤ −13 2𝑥 ≥ −7
𝑥 ≤ −6.5 𝑥 ≥ −3.5
Combine the solutions:
{𝒙|𝒙 ≤ −𝟔. 𝟓 𝒐𝒓 𝒙 ≥ −𝟑. 𝟓}
Choice A
23.Which of the following inequalities is represented
by the given graph?
A. 𝑦 ≤ 2𝑥 + 2
B. 𝑦 ≤ −2𝑥 + 2
C. 𝑦 ≥ 2𝑥 + 2
D. 𝑦 ≥ 2𝑥 − 2
Solution:
Choose a “test point” from
the shaded region and
substitute in each inequality:
Test point: −1, 2
Choice A. 𝑦 ≤ 2𝑥 + 2 Choice B. 𝑦 ≤ −2𝑥 + 2
2 ≤ 0 False 2 ≤ 4 True
23.Which of the following inequalities is represented
by the given graph?
A. 𝑦 ≤ 2𝑥 + 2
B. 𝑦 ≤ −2𝑥 + 2
C. 𝑦 ≥ 2𝑥 + 2
D. 𝑦 ≥ 2𝑥 − 2
Solution (cont’d):
Test point: −1, 2
Choice C. 𝑦 ≥ 2𝑥 + 2
2 ≥ 0 True
Choice D. 𝑦 ≥ 2𝑥 − 2
2 ≥ −4 True
Possible answers are B, C, or D
23.Which of the following inequalities is represented
by the given graph?
A. 𝑦 ≤ 2𝑥 + 2
B. 𝑦 ≤ −2𝑥 + 2
C. 𝑦 ≥ 2𝑥 + 2
D. 𝑦 ≥ 2𝑥 − 2
Solution (cont’d):
Possible answers are B, C, or
D

Check the boundary line.

𝑚=2 𝑦 − 𝑖𝑛𝑡 = 2 Thus, the answer is
Choice C.
Equation of boundary line:
𝑦 = 2𝑥 + 2
 Solving Quadratic Inequalities
 Write the inequality in standard form (0 on one side)
 Determine the zeros (by factoring or quadratic
formula)
 Draw the number line indicating the intervals
 Test the intervals to determine whether they are
positive or negative
 Select the intervals according to the sign of the
inequality
 Write the solution in interval notation
24.Solve the inequality: 𝑥 2 − 5𝑥 + 6 > 0

A. (2, 3) C. (−∞, 2) ∪ (3, ∞)

B. (−3, −2) D. (−∞, −3) ∪ (−2, ∞)

Solution:
The inequality is already written in standard form.
Determine the zeros: 𝑥 2 − 5𝑥 + 6 = 0
𝑥−2 𝑥−3 =0
𝑥 = 2, 3
Draw the number line:(−∞, 2) (2, 3) (3, ∞)
Test the intervals:
2 3
(−)(−) = (+) (+)(−) = (−) (+)(+) = (+)
24.Solve the inequality: 𝑥 2 − 5𝑥 + 6 > 0

A. (2, 3) C. (−∞, 2) ∪ (3, ∞)

B. (−3, −2) D. (−∞, −3) ∪ (−2, ∞)

Solution (cont’d):
(−∞, 2) (2, 3) (3, ∞)

2 3
(−)(−) = (+) (+)(−) = (−) (+)(+) = (+)

Select the intervals according to the sign of the

inequality:
(−∞, 𝟐) ∪ (𝟑, ∞)

Choice C
25.Given the matrices 𝐴 = −5 2 and 𝐵 = 1 0.
Find 2𝐴 + 3𝐵.
A. −10 4 C. −9 4
B. −2 2 D. −7 4
Solution:
Addition or subtraction of matrices can only be
done if they have the same dimensions (row by
width). To add or subtract matrices, add or subtract
corresponding elements.
2𝐴 + 3𝐵 = 2 −5 2 + 3 1 0
= −10 4 + 3 0
= −10 + 3 4 + 0 = −7 4
Choice D