Quadratic Functions, Equations and Inequalities - Quadratic Inequalities

Quadratic Functions, Equations and Inequalities - Quadratic Inequalities

Secondary 4
7 marks

A rectangular field has sides \((3x-5)\) m and \((x-10)\) m. Its area is at most \(200\) m\(^2\).

  1. Find the range of values of \(x\) that satisfies the above sides and area conditions.[4]
  2. Justify whether a fence of \(98\) m is enough to enclose the field.[3]

Solution:

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Answer:(a) \(10<x\leq15\) (b) Yes. Since \(10<x\leq15\) implies \(x\leq16\), a fence of \(98\text{ m}\) is enough.

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