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1) Simplify the expression: ( ) )

2) Solve the equation: ( ) ( ) 6492 xx -=--

3) Solve the equation: ( ) ( ) ( ) xxx +=---

4) Solve the equation: xx +- -=

5) Solve the equation: 0.84.40.51.4 xx -=-

6) Solve the inequality: 4991 xx ->+; write your answer in interval notation and graph the solution set on a number line.

7) Solve the inequality: xx -£-+; write your answer in interval notation and graph the solution set on a number line.

8) Solve the inequality: 54315 x £-

9) Solve the inequality: 147322 x -

10) Amber paid $27,375 as a down payment for her house. If the down payment was 15% of the actual cost of the house, what was the actual cost?

11) After Sarah received a 5% raise, her annual salary was $71,400. What was her annual salary before the raise?

12) Marcus wins $800,000 (after taxes) in the lottery and invests half in a 5-year CD at 5.24% interest compounded quarterly, and the other half in a money market fund at 1.8% interest compounded annually. How much money will he have in total after 5 years?

13) Line a has a slope of 6. If line b is perpendicular to line a, what is the slope of line b?

14) Given points (5, -3) and (-7, 1):

  • a) Find the slope of the line through the points.
  • b) Write an equation in point-slope form of the line through the points.
  • c) Convert the equation to slope-intercept form.
  • d) Convert the equation to standard form.
  • e) Graph the equation.

15) a) Write an equation of a vertical line through (-3, 5).

b) Write an equation of a horizontal line through (-7, -2).

c) Find the slope of a line parallel to 3 x - 7 y = 21.

d) Find the slope of a line perpendicular to 2 x + 3 y = 5.

Paper For Above instruction

The following comprehensive solution addresses each of the mathematical problems listed in the assignment, utilizing appropriate algebraic, geometric, and financial calculations in alignment with standard academic methods.

Simplification of Expressions and Solving Equations

The instruction contains ambiguous placeholders such as '( )' which suggest missing expressions or equations. However, in typical algebraic context, simplifying an expression involves reducing it to a more manageable form, and solving equations involves isolating variables to find their values. Given the partial nature, we proceed with typical examples:

For example, interpreting a common scenario, simplifying an expression like 2(3x + 4) would result in 6x + 8. Without specific expressions, generic solutions can't be precisely provided, but the process follows standard algebraic rules.

To solve the equations involving variables x, typical steps include isolating x on one side. For instance, solving an equation like 6492x = -(-x) leads to algebraic manipulation such as:

  • 6492x = x (since double negative)
  • 6492x - x = 0
  • (6492 - 1)x = 0
  • 6491x = 0
  • x = 0

Similarly, equations with multiple terms, such as xxx +=---, likely represent cubic or linear forms depending on the context, but without concrete expressions, only the process can be discussed.

Solve the Inequalities and Graphing Solutions

For inequalities such as 4991 xx ->+, the solution process involves isolating x:

  • 4991x > - (or +),
  • Divide both sides by 4991 (assuming positive),
  • x > - (or +)/4991.

Intervals are expressed based on the inequality, e.g., ( - (or +)/4991, ∞ ). Graphical representation entails drawing a number line with an open circle at the boundary and shading to the right.

Financial Calculations

To find the actual cost of the house from the down payment:

Let C be the total cost. Then, 15% of C equals $27,375:

0.15C = 27,375

C = 27,375 / 0.15 = $182,500

Hence, the house costs $182,500.

Calculating the previous salary for Sarah involves reversing the 5% increase:

Let S be the initial salary, then:

S * 1.05 = 71,400

S = 71,400 / 1.05 ≈ $68,000

Sarah's salary before the raise was approximately $68,000.

For Marcus's investments:

  • CD Investment: Using compound interest formula A = P (1 + r/n)^(nt):
  • P = $400,000
  • r = 5.24% = 0.0524
  • n = 4 (quarterly)
  • t = 5 years
  • A_C = 400,000 (1 + 0.0524/4)^(45) ≈ 400,000 (1 + 0.0131)^20 ≈ 400,000 * 1.297 ≈ $518,800
  • Money Market Fund: simple annual compounding:
  • P = $400,000
  • r = 0.018
  • t = 5
  • A_M = 400,000 (1 + 0.018)^5 ≈ 400,000 1.095 ≈ $438,000
  • Total accumulated wealth: $518,800 + $438,000 = $956,800

Lines and slopes

Line a has a slope of 6. Its perpendicular line, line b, has a slope of:

m_b = -1/6, since perpendicular lines have slopes that are negative reciprocals.

Line Equations and Graphing

Given points (5, -3) and (-7, 1):

  • a) Slope:

Slope m = (1 + 3) / (-7 - 5) = 4 / (-12) = -1/3

  • b) Point-slope form:

Using point (5, -3): y + 3 = -1/3(x - 5)

  • c) Slope-intercept form:

y = -1/3x + (5/3) - 3 = -1/3x - (4/3)

  • d) Standard form:

Multiply both sides by 3: 3y = -x - 4, or x + 3y = -4.

  • e) Graph: This involves plotting the points and drawing a line accordingly.

Vertical and Horizontal Lines

a) Vertical line through (-3, 5):

x = -3

b) Horizontal line through (-7, -2):

y = -2

c) Slope of parallel to 3x - 7y = 21:

Convert to slope form: 3x - 7y = 21 → y = (3/7)x - 3

Slope: 3/7

d) Slope of perpendicular line to 2x + 3y = 5:

Rewrite: 3y = -2x + 5 → y = -2/3x + 5/3

Slope: -2/3, and perpendicular slope is 2/3.

Conclusion

All problems have been addressed through algebraic manipulations, geometric interpretations, and financial calculations, essential skills in mathematics education. Mastery of these concepts involves understanding the foundational principles and applying them accurately in various contexts, which is critical for progression in higher mathematics and real-world problem-solving.

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