Question

Write an inequality for the sentence. Use x for the variable.

The sum of a number and 12 is at least 25.
A. x + 12 is greater than or equal to 25
B. x minus 12 is greater than or equal to 25
C. x minus 12 is less than or equal to 25
D. x + 12 is less than or equal to 25

Answer 1

The answer is A.

Answer 2

The sum means to add. Since it's sum of a number you know you are adding 12 and a number together. Because the questions says at least 25 it can't be less than 25.

Answer 3

thanks :) that helped alot

Answer 4

You're welcome. :)