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The solution of the compound inequality 4 ≤ 2x < 10 is:

Answer: 2 ≤ x < 5.

  • A 2 ≤ x < 5
  • B only x < 5
  • C only x ≥ 2
  • D 2 < x ≤ 5

Correct answer: A. 2 ≤ x < 5

Explanation: Dividing every part by 2 gives 2 ≤ x < 5.

Number Line vs Half-Plane Representationx > 2 (open circle, hollow)2x ≤ 2 (closed circle, filled)shaded regionsatisfies the inequality2D inequality: dashed line = strict, shaded = solution side

One-variable inequalities use open (excluded) or closed (included) circles on a number line; two-variable inequalities use a dashed (strict) or solid (non-strict) boundary line, with the solution being the entire shaded half-plane on one side of it.

Concept context

Solving linear inequalities in one and two variables algebraically and graphically, and representing solutions on a number line or as a region in a plane.

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