Which inequality expresses the solution of the following problem? The Longton cheerleaders are trying to raise at least $3000 on their candy sale. If each box of candy sells for $7.50, how many boxes must they sell to reach their goal? :)

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anonymous · Answer

answers x ≥ 225
		
x ≤ 225
		
x ≤ 400
		
x ≥ 400
  
its 400 but witch one >

johnweldon1993 · Answer

if they want AT LEAST....will they settle for less than?

anonymous · Answer

i guess. so it less than facing the 400

johnweldon1993 · Answer

no.....say it like this....

im going to the store and i want at least 2 boxes of cereal.....if you come home with 1...are you happy?

no...because you didnt get the LEAST amount that you wanted.....if you come home with 3 boxes are you happy?

yes because you got what you wanted...and more...you got a greater amount...you dont want less.....so which is it in your question?