Define the variable(s) and translate the sentence into an inequality.
-Enrollment is below 8000 students.

Question

Define the variable(s) and translate the sentence into an inequality.
-Enrollment is below 8000 students.
A) Let e = student enrollment; e < 8000 
C) Let e = student enrollment; e > 8000

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sentence states that enrollment is below 8000, which means it is less than 8000. Therefore, the correct inequality is e < 8000. The variable should represent student enrollment and the sentence states that enrollment is below 8000 students. Therefore, the correct inequality would be e < 8000. Choice B is not a valid option as it does not provide any information on the variable or inequality. Choice C represents enrollment above 8000 students, which is the opposite of what the sentence states. Choice D also represents the opposite of what the sentence states, with an inequality representing enrollment greater than 8000 students.

Define the Variable(s) and Translate the Sentence into an Inequality