How to draw the function x+5<7

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In summary, to graph the inequality x+5<7 on a Cartesian plane, we first need to graph the corresponding equation x+5=7, which is a vertical line at x=2. The set of points for which x+5<7 is true is all points to the left of this vertical line. However, if we graph the equation y=(x+5), it will give different results since the inequality does not restrict the y-coordinate.
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I am just interested in knowing, how to draw the function x+5<7 in a cartesian plane.
Since the definition of a function is, If For a certain input, there exist an out, then it is a function.
Is x+5<7 is a valid function then?
 
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What you wrote is an inequality, not a function.
 
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If the inequality has only one variable (as yours does), you would graph the solution on a number line. If the inequality has two variables (x and y), then you could graph the solution on a Cartesian plane.
 
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To draw a graph of this inequality, first draw the graph of the corresponding equation. x+ 5= 7. That. of course, is the same as "x= 2". It's graph, in a two dimensional "xy" graph, is the vertical line at x= 2. The set of points for which x+ 5< 7 is the set of points for which x< 2. That is, all points to the left of that vertical line.
 
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HallsofIvy said:
To draw a graph of this inequality, first draw the graph of the corresponding equation. x+ 5= 7. That. of course, is the same as "x= 2". It's graph, in a two dimensional "xy" graph, is the vertical line at x= 2. The set of points for which x+ 5< 7 is the set of points for which x< 2. That is, all points to the left of that vertical line.

But if we take y=(x+5) and then, draw the graph, wouldn't it give different results??
 
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Manula said:
But if we take y=(x+5) and then, draw the graph, wouldn't it give different results??

True.
Of the simple reason that the first inequality does not place any sort of restrictions on the y-coordinate in the points' (x,y) coordinate pairs.
 

1. What does the function x+5<7 represent?

The function x+5<7 represents an inequality, meaning that the value of x plus 5 is less than 7. This can also be written as "x is less than 2".

2. How do I graph the function x+5<7?

To graph this function, you will need to plot the points (2,0) and (3,0) on a coordinate plane, and then draw a dotted line connecting these points. This line represents all the values of x that make the inequality true. Then, shade in the area below the line to show that the values of x are less than 2.

3. Can I solve for x in this inequality?

Yes, you can solve for x in this inequality. To do so, subtract 5 from both sides of the inequality to get x<2. This means that any value of x that is less than 2 will make the inequality true.

4. Is the solution to this inequality a single number?

No, the solution to this inequality is not a single number. Instead, it is a range of values that make the inequality true. In this case, the solution is all values of x that are less than 2.

5. Can I use this function to solve real-life problems?

Yes, you can use this function to solve real-life problems. Inequalities are commonly used to represent things such as budget constraints, weight limits, and temperature ranges. By graphing and solving for x, you can find the range of values that satisfy the given conditions.

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