Question

1. a student needs at least an 85% on their final exam to pass the course. which inequality represents this requirement?

a. $x \leq 85$
b. $x \geq 85$
c. $x > 85$
d. $x < 85$

Explanation:

Step1: Define variable

Let \(x\) = exam score.

Step2: Interpret "at least"

"At least 85" means \(x\) is 85 or higher, so \(x \geq 85\).

Answer:

b. \(x \geq 85\)