Q. Is (2,1) a solution to the inequality 8x+9y>17 ?Choices:(A)yes(B)no
Substitute values into inequality: Substitute the values (2,1) into the inequality 8x + 9y > 17. The substituted inequality is 8(2) + 9(1) > 17.
Perform calculations: Perform the calculations on the left side of the inequality. Simplify 8(2)+9(1) to get 16+9.
Find sum: Add the numbers together to find the sum. 16+9 equals 25.
Check if statement is true: The inequality now reads 25 > 17. Determine if this statement is true.
Verify point satisfies inequality: Since 25 is greater than 17, the statement 25 > 17 is true. Therefore, the point (2,1) does make the inequality 8x + 9y > 17 true.
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