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Mathematics
Quarter 2 – Module 6:
Solving Linear Equations and
Inequalities in One Variable
Mathematics – Grade 7
Quarter 2 – Module 6: Solving Linear Equations and Inequalities in One Variable
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Mathematics
Quarter 2 – Module 6:
Solving Linear Equations and
Inequalities in One Variable
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 Let Us Learn
After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Find the solution of linear equation or inequality in one variable (M7AL-IIi-1).

2. Solve linear equation or inequality in one variable involving absolute value
by: (a) graphing; and (b) algebraic methods (M7AL-IIi-j-1).

Specifically, you will;

1. find the solution of linear equations or inequalities in one variable by using

the following:
a. guess and check
b. guess and check from a given replacement set
c. algebraic method
2. show solution set of linear equations or inequalities in one variable by
graphing.

Let Us Try!

MULTIPLE CHOICE: Read and understand each question carefully. Then, write the
letter of your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. What value of x satisfies the equation 3x - 7 = 8?

a. 1/3 b. 3 c. – 5 d. 5

2. Which equation has x =15 as a solution?

a. 3x = 12 c. 12x = 3
b. x - 3 = 12 d. 3x = 12 + 5

3. Given the replacement (- 20, - 8 , 0, 8, 20), which of the following is/are the
solution/s of the equation – ½ x + 7 = 3?
a. 8 b. - 8 c. 20 d. - 20

4. Given the replacement set ( - 2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3), which of the following is/are
the solution/s of the inequality 3x - 1 > 2?
a. x = (-3, -1, 0, 2) c. x = (2, 3)
b. b. x = (0, 1, 2, 3) d. x = ( -2,-1, 0)

5. Consider this statement: “If milk + tea = milk tea, then milk tea = milk +
tea.” What property of equality does it show?
a. Reflexive Property c. Transitive Property
b. Symmetric Property d. Addition Property

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6. What is the first step in solving absolute value equations in one variable?
a. Solve both equations.
b. Let the expression on one side of the equation consist only of a single
absolute value expression.
c. If the absolute value of an expression is equal to a positive number, say
a, then the expression inside the absolute value can either be a or –a.
Equate the expression inside the absolute value sign to a and to –a.
d. Determine if the number on the right side of the equation is negative or
not. If its negative then there is no solution for the given, otherwise,
proceed to step 3.

7. What is the solution of a linear equation whose absolute value is equal to a

negative number?
a. There is no solution.
b. There is only one solution.
c. There is a positive and a negative solution.
d. The solution is the set of all negative numbers.

8. By guess-and-check, what value would make the equation |x| + 7 = 10 , true?

a. -17 b. -3 c. 0 d. 17

9. In the equation |a + 10| = 4 , what is a + 10 equal to?

a. -4 and 4 b. -10 and 10 c. 4 and 10 d. 6 and 14

10. Which of the following is NOT a solution of the inequality |3b + 9| ≤ 12

a. -1 b. 0 c. 1 d. 2

11. Which of the following is the solution set of |y - 2| > 5 ?

a. { y|y < -3 or y > 7 } c. { y|y < -7 or y > 3 }
b. { y|y < 3 or y > -7 } d. { y|y < 7 or y > -3 }

12. Which of the following graphs shows the solution of the equation 2x + 9 = 16?

a.

b.

c.

d.

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 13. Which of the following graph shows the solutions of the inequality 2x - 5 >
6?
a.

b.

c.
d.

14. Which of the following graphs represents the solution set of |x + 2| = 7 ?

a.

b.

c.

d. *

15. Which of the following graphs shows the solution set of |x + 3| ≤ 4 ?

a. *

b.

c.

d.

Let Us Study
Finding the Solution of Linear Equation in One Variable

Method 1: Guess and Check

We can find the solution of a linear equation through Guess and Check.

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Solution of a linear equation is a value, such that, when you replace the variable with
it, it makes the equation true. Linear equation in one variable can be written in the
form of ax + b = 0 where a and b are real numbers and a ≠ 0.

Example: Find the solution of the linear equation x + 20 = 50.

x + 20 = 50 Guess a number that when

you add to 20 the sum is 50.

30 + 20 = ? We guess it is 30.

50 = 50 Therefore 30 is a solution.

Method 2: Guess and Check from a given Replacement Set.

Example: Given, 2x – 3 = 17, find the solution from the given replacement set
{– 9, – 6, 0, 4, 10}.

Solution:
2x – 3 = 17
For x = – 9: For x = – 6: For x = 0: For x = 4: For x = 10:
2(– 9) - 3 = ? 2(– 6) – 3 = ? 2(0) – 3 = ? 2(4) – 3 = ? 2(10) – 3 = ?
– 18 – 3 = 17 – 12 – 3 = 17 0 – 3 = 17 8 – 3 = 17 20 – 3 = 17
– 21 ≠ 17 – 15 ≠ 17 – 3 ≠ 17 5 ≠ 17 17 = 17

Thus, – 9 is Thus, – 6 is Thus, 0 is not Thus, 4 is a Thus, 10 is a

not a not a solution. a solution. not solution. solution.
solution.

Method 3: Algebraic Method

Before we use algebraic method, let us discuss first the different properties of
equality. These properties are important in order for us to arrive with solutions for
linear equation.

Properties of Equality
1. Reflexive Property of Equality
For each real number a, a = a.
Examples: a) 19 = 19 b) – d = – d c) x + 5 = x + 5
2. Symmetric Property of Equality
For any real numbers a and b, if a = b then b = a.
Examples: a) If 10 + 9 = 19, then 19 = 10 + 9. b) If x – 3 = 5, then 5 = x – 3.
3. Transitive Property of Equality
For any real numbers a, b, and c, If a = b and b = c, then a = c.
Examples: a) If 7 + 3 = 10 and 10 = 6 + 4, then 7 + 3 = 6 + 4.
b) If x – 25 = y and y = 19, then x – 25 = 19.

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4. Substitution Property of Equality
For any real numbers a and b: If a = b, then a may be replaced by b, or b may be
replaced by a, in any mathematical sentence without changing its meaning.
Examples: a) If p + d = 19 and p = 10, then 10 + d = 19.
b) If 16 – x = 10 and x = 6, then 16 – 6 = 10.

5. Addition Property of Equality (APE)

For all real numbers a, b, and c, a = b if and only if a + c = b + c.
If we add the same number to both sides of the equal sign, then the two sides
remain equal.
Examples:
a) 10 + 19 = 29 is true if and only if 10 + 9 + 100 = 29 + 100. It is true because the
same number, 100, was added to both sides of the equation.
b) x + 4 = 5 is true if and only if x + 4 + 10 = 5 + 10. It is true because the same
number, 10, was added to both sides of the equation.

6. Multiplication Property of Equality (MPE)

For all real numbers a, b, and c, where c ≠ 0, a = b if and only if ac = bc. If we
multiply the same number to both sides of the equal sign, then the two sides
remain equal.
Example:
a) 7 · 9 = 63 is true if and only if (7 · 9) · 3 = 63 · 3. It is true because the same
number, 3, was multiplied to both sides of the equation.
b) 5x = 19 is true if and only if 5x · 1/5 = 19 · 1/5. It is true because the same
number, 1/5, was multiplied to both sides of the equation.

Is there Subtraction or Division Property of Equality?

None, because subtracting or dividing the same number from both sides of an
equation are already covered by APE and MPE. Subtracting the same number from
both sides of an equality is the same as adding a negative number to both sides of
an equation. Dividing the same number from both sides of an equality is the same
as multiplying the reciprocal of the number to both sides of an equation.

Tips in solving Linear equation in one variable.

1. We may add, subtract, multiply, or divide an equation by a number or an
expression as long as we do the same thing to both sides of the equal sign (refer to
the Properties of Equality). Note that we cannot divide by zero.
2. Isolate the variable on one side of the equation.
3. When the variable is multiplied by a coefficient in the final stage, multiply both
sides of the equation by the reciprocal of the coefficient (MPE).

Illustrative Examples
Example 1: Solve x + 21 = 3.
Solution: x + 21 = 3 Given
x + 21 + (-21) = 3 + (-21) Add -21 to both sides of the equation (APE)
x = -18 final answer
Example 2: Solve x - 3 = 10.
Solution: x - 3 = 10 Given
x - 3 + 3= 10 + 3 Add 3 to both sides of the equation (APE)
x = 13 final answer

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Example 3: Solve 4x = 32.
Solution: 4x = 32 Given
1 1 1
4x ∙ = 32 ∙ Multiply to both sides of the equation (MPE)
4 4 4
x=8 final answer
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Multiplying both sides of the equation with is the same with dividing both sides
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of the equation by 4. So, we can have an alternate solution of:

Solution: 4x = 32 Given
4x = 32 Divide both sides of the equation by 3(MPE)
4 4
x=8 final answer

More Examples
Example 1: Solve and graph the solution of the linear equation 3x + 8 = 23.

3x + 8 = 23 Given
3x + 8 + (– 8) = 23 + (– 8) Addition Property of Equality
Add both sides by negative 8
3x = 15 Get the reciprocal of the coefficient
1/3 is the reciprocal of 3.
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∙ 3x = 15 ∙
1 Multiplication Property
3 3
Multiply both sides by 1/3
x=5 The solution is 5.

The graph shows the solution of the equation 3x + 8 = 23.

Example 2: Solve and graph the solution of the linear equation 5x + 3 = x – 13.

5x + 3 = x – 13 Given
5x + 3 + (–3) = x – 13 + (–3) Addition Property of Equality
Add both sides by negative 3 then
5x = x - 16 simplify.
Addition Property of Equality
5x + (-x) = x + (-x) - 16 Add both sides by negative x then
simplify.
4x = - 16 The reciprocal of 4 is .
1
4
1
∙ 4x = -16 ∙
1 Multiplication Property of Equality
4 4 1
Multiply both sides by
4
x=-4 The solution is - 4.
.
The graph shows the solution of the equation 5x + 3 = x – 13.

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 Finding the Solution of Linear Inequality in One Variable

Solution of an inequality is a value, such that, when you replace the variable with
it, it makes the inequality true. Linear inequality in one variable can be written in
the form of ax + b ≥, >, ≤, < 0 where a and b are real numbers and a ≠ 0.

Method 1: Guess and Check from the given Replacement Set

Example 1. Given, x – 7 ≤ 15, find the solution/s from the given replacement set
{– 9, 0, 22, 23, 30}.

x – 7 ≤ 15
For x = – 9: For x = 0: For x = 22: For x = 23: For x = 30:
– 9 – 7 ≤ 15 0 – 7 ≤ 15 22 – 7 ≤ 15 23 – 7 ≤ 15 30 – 7 ≤ 15
–16 ≤ 15, true – 7 ≤ 15, true 15 ≤ 15, true 16 ≤ 15, false 23 ≤ 13, false

Thus, – 9 is a Thus, 0 is a Thus, 22 is a Thus, 23 is Thus, 30 is

solution. solution. solution. not a solution. not a solution.

Based on the answers, part of the solution set are -9, 0, and 22.

Example 2. Given, 2x + 1 > 11, find the solution/s from the given replacement set
{– 6, 5, 6, 12, 15}.

2x + 1 > 11
For x = – 6: For x = 5: For x = 6: For x = 12: For x = 15:
2(– 6) + 1 > 11 2(5) + 1 > 11 2(6) + 1 > 11 2(12) + 1 > 11 2(15) +1 > 11
– 12 + 1 > 11 10 + 1 >11 12 + 1 > 11 24 + 1 > 11 30 + 1 > 11
–11 > 11, false 11 > 11, false 13 > 11, true 25 > 11, true 31 > 11, true

Thus, – 6 is not Thus, 5 is not a Thus, 6 is a Thus, 12 is a Thus, 15 is a

a solution. solution. solution. solution. solution.

Based on the answers, part of the solution set are 6, 12, and 15.

Method 2: Algebraic Method

Properties of Inequalities
1. Trichotomy Property
For any number a and b, one and only one of the following is true: a < b, a =
b, or a > b.
Example: One and only one of the following is true: 3 < x, 3 = x, or 3 > x.

2. Transitive Property of Inequality

For any numbers a, b and c, (a) if a < b and b < c, then a < c, and (b) if a > b
and b > c, then a > c.
Examples:
a) If 7 < x and x < 10, then 7 < 10.
b) If 10 > x and x > 5, then 10 > 5.

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3. Addition Property of Inequality (API)
For all real numbers a, b and c: (a) if a < b, then a + c < b + c, and
(b) if a > b, then a + c > b + c.
Adding the same number to both a and b will not change the inequality.
Examples:
a) If x + 3 < 5, then x + 3 + 10 < 5 + 10.
b) If x +15 > 5, then x + 15 + (-15) > 5 + (-15).

4. Multiplication Property of Inequality (MPI)

For all real numbers a, b and c, then all the following are true:
(a) if c > 0 and a < b, then ac < bc;
(b) if c > 0 and a > b, then ac > bc.
(c) if c < 0 and a < b, then ac > bc;
(d) if c < 0 and a > b, then ac < bc.
Examples:
1 1
a) If 2x < 5, then ∙ 2x < ∙ 5
2 2
1 1
b) If -3x < 10, then − ∙ −3x > − ∙ 10
3 3

This simply means that if we multiply a positive number to both sides of an

inequality, the inequality symbol will not change. However, if we multiply a negative
number to both sides of the inequality, the inequality symbol will change.

Is there Subtraction or Division Property of Inequality?

None, same with the equality, there is no Subtraction or Division Property of
Inequality because subtracting or dividing the same number from both sides of an
inequality are already covered by API and MPI. Subtracting the same number from
both sides of an inequality is the same as adding a negative number to both sides of
an inequality. Dividing the same number from both sides of an inequality is the same
as multiplying the reciprocal of the number to both sides of an inequality.

Tips on Solving Linear Inequalities in One Variable

Solving linear inequalities in one variable have the same procedure
with solving linear equations. We will simplify both sides, get all the terms with the
variable on one side and the numbers on the other side, and then multiply/divide
both sides by the coefficient of the variable to get the solution (Properties of
Inequality).

Example 1. Solve and graph the solutions of the linear inequality 7x – 4 ≥ 10.
7x – 4 ≥ 10 Given
7x – 4 + 4 ≥ 10 + 4 Addition Property of Inequality
Add 4 both sides then simplify.
7x ≥ 14 1
is the reciprocal of 7.
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1 1 Multiplication Property of Inequality
∙ 7x ≥ 14∙ 1
7 7
Multiply both sides by
7

x ≥2 The solutions are all real numbers

greater than or equal to 2.

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In symbols the solution set is {x|x ≥ 2}. The graph shows the solutions of
7x – 4 ≥ 10 which is x ≥ 2 .

Example 2. Solve and graph the solutions of the linear inequality – 3x + 5 ≤ – 16.

– 3x + 5 ≤ – 16 Given
– 3x + 5 + (–5) ≤ – 16 + (–5) Add negative 5 both sides
– 3x ≤ - 21 (- 1/3) is the reciprocal of -3.
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− 3 ∙ −3x ≤ -21∙ − 13 Multiply both sides by −
3

Note: Reverse the inequality symbol

because we multiplied a negative number
x ≥7 to both sides of the equation.
The solutions are real numbers greater
than or equal to 7.

In symbols the solution set is {x|x ≥ 7}. The graph shows the solutions of
– 3x + 5 ≤ – 16 which is x ≥ 7.

As we look at the solutions of linear equations and inequalities in one variable,

we observe that linear equation in one variable may have a unique solution, but
linear inequalities in one variable may have many solutions.

Solving Linear Equation in One Variable Involving Absolute Value

by Algebraic Method and Graphing
Many absolute value equations are not easy to solve by the guess-and-check method.
An easier way may be to use the following procedure.

To solve an absolute value equation algebraically, we simply follow the steps:

Step 1: Let the expression on one side of the equation consist only of a
single absolute value expression.
Step 2: Determine if the number on the right side of the equation is negative or not.
If its negative then there is no solution for the given, otherwise, proceed to
step 3.
Step 3: If the absolute value of an expression is equal to a positive number, say a,
then the expression inside the absolute value can either be a or –a. Equate
the expression inside the absolute value sign to a and to –a.
Step 4: Solve both equations.

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Example 1: Solve and graph |2a + 4| – 6 = 20.

Step 1: Let the

expression on one side
of the equation consist |2a + 4| – 6 = 20
only of a |2a + 4| = 20 + 6 APE
single absolute value
expression. |2a + 4| = 26

Step 2: Determine if
the number on the
Since the number on the right side, which is 26, is
right side of the
positive, we proceed to step 3.
equation is negative or
not.

Step 3: Equate the

expression inside the
2a + 4 = 26 2a + 4 = –26
absolute value sign to
26 and to –26.

Step 4: Solve both 2a + 4 = 26 2a + 4 = -26

equations. 2a = 26 - 4 2a = -26 - 4
2a = 22 2a = -30
2a = 22 2a = -30
2 2 2 2
a = 11 a = -15

We can check that these two solutions make the original equation true.
If a = 11, then |2a + 4| – 6 = |2(11) + 4| – 6 = 26 – 6 = 20.
Also, if a = -15, then |2a + 4| – 6 = |2(-15) + 4| – 6 = 26 – 6 = 20.

Graphing the solution set {-15, 11}, we have,

Example 2: Solve and graph |8x + 1| + 10 = 7.

Step 1: Let the expression on one side |8x + 1| + 10 = 7

of the equation consist only of a
single absolute value expression. |8x + 1| = 7 – 10

|8x + 1| = -3

Step 2: Determine if the number on the Since the number on the right side of
right side of the equation is negative or the equation, which is -3, is negative,
not. then the given absolute value equation
has no solution.

There is no graph since there is no solution.

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Example 3: Solve and graph |x – 5| = |3x + 5|.

Step 1: Let the

expression on one
side of the equation The expression on the left side of the equation has
consist only of a already have a single absolute value expression.
single absolute value
expression.

Step 2: Determine if
the number on the
|3x + 5| is positive, so we proceed to step 3.
right side of the
equation is negative
or not.

Step 3: Equate the

first expression inside
x – 5 = +(3x + 5) x – 5 = -(3x + 5)
the absolute value
sign to +(3x + 5) and
to –(3x + 5).

Step 4: Solve both x – 5 = +(3x + 5) x – 5 = -(3x + 5)

equations. x – 5 = 3x + 5 x – 5 = -3x - 5
x - 3x = 5 + 5 x + 3x = -5 + 5
-2x = 10 4x = 0
-2 -2 4 4
x = -5 x=0

We can check now the two values of x if it satisfy the original equation. If x = -5 and
x = 0.
|x – 5| = |3x + 5| |x – 5| = |3x + 5|
|-5 – 5| = |3(-5) + 5| |0 – 5| = |3(0) + 5|
|-10| = |-15 + 5| |-5| = |5|
10 = 10, True 5 = 5, True

Graphing the solution set {-5, 0}, we have,

Example 4: Solve and graph|x + 5| = |x – 4|

Step 1: Let the

expression on one side of
the equation consist only The expression on the left side of the equation
of a already have a single absolute value expression.
single absolute value
expression.

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 Step 2: Determine if the
number on the right side
|x - 4| is positive, so we proceed to step 3.
of the equation is
negative or not.

Step 3: Equate the first

expression inside the
x + 5 = +(x - 4) x + 5 = -(x - 4)
absolute value sign to
+(x - 4) and to –(x - 4).

Step 4: Solve both x + 5 = +(x - 4) x + 5 = -(x - 4)

equations. x+5=x-4 x + 5 = -x + 4
x - x = -4 - 5 x+x=4-5
0 = -9 2x = -1
2 2
This is a false statement. x = -½
There is no solution in
this equation. This is an
example of an
inconsistent equation you
have learned in the
previous topics.

The original equation is only satisfied by only one value: {-½}

Graphing the solution set {-½}, we have,

Example 5: Solve and graph |x - 7| = |7 – x|.

Step 1: Let the

expression on one side of
the equation consist only The expression on the left side of the equation
of a already have a single absolute value expression.
single absolute value
expression.

Step 2: Determine if the

number on the right side
|7 - x| is positive, so we proceed to step 3.
of the equation is
negative or not.

Step 3: Equate the first

expression inside the
x - 7 = +(7 - x) x - 7 = -(7 - x)
absolute value sign to
+(7 - x) and to –(7 - x).

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 Step 4: Solve both x - 7 = +(7 - x) x - 7 = -(7 - x)
equations. x-7=7-x x - 7 = -7 + x
x+x=7+7 x - x = -7 + 7
2x = 14 0=0
2 2
x=7 This is an identity equation.
This will always be true no
matter what the of x is. Thus,
all real numbers are
solutions to this equation.

The solution set in the original equation is the set of all real numbers, so its graph
shows infinity.

All Real Numbers

Solving Linear Inequality in One Variable Involving Absolute Value

by Algebraic Method and Graphing

Case 1: To solve an absolute value inequality < or ≤, we express the inequality as an

equivalent conjunction.

|x| ≤ a, where a ≥ 0, is equivalent to the conjunction x ≤ a and x ≥ - a.

Example: Solve the inequality: |2x - 5| < 9 and graph the resulting statement.
Solution: Since the inequality involves a “less than” sign, so we set up the
expression in the absolute value as less than 9 and greater than -9.
|2x - 5| < 9

2x - 5 < 9 and 2x - 5 > - 9

2x < 9 + 5 and 2x > -9 + 5
2x < 14 and 2x > - 4
2 2 2 2
x<7 and x>-2

Therefore, the solution of this inequality is {x|-2 < x < 7}. Graphing the result,
we shade the numbers that are less than 7 but greater than -2.

Note: We use an open circle if the final answer is not part of the solution set. If it is
part of the solution set, then we will use a closed circle.

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Case 2: To solve an absolute value inequality > or ≥, we express the inequality as an
equivalent disjunction.

|x|≥ a, where a ≥ 0, is equivalent to the disjunction x ≤ - a and x ≥ a.

Example: Solve the inequality: |2x - 1| ≥ 7 and graph the resulting statement.

Solution: Since the inequality involves a “greater than” or equal to sign, so we set up
the expression in the absolute value as less than or equal to -7 and greater than or
equal to 7.

|2x - 1| ≥ 7

2x – 1 ≤ - 7 or 2x – 1 ≥ 7
2x ≤ -7 +1 or 2x ≥ 7 + 1
2x ≤ - 6 or 2x ≥ 8
2 2 2 2
x≤-3 or x≥4

Therefore, the solution of this inequality is {x|x ≤ - 3 or x ≥ 4}. Graphing the

result, we shade the numbers that are less than or equal to -3 and numbers greater
than or equal to 4. We used a closed circle since the answers are included in the
solution set.

Let Us Practice

I-Directions:
A. Determine which among the given replacement set {–3, –2, –1, 0, 1, 2, 3} is the
solution for each equation.
1) x+5=4
2) x–3=–2
3) 2x + 7 = 7
4) 5x – 13 = – 3
5) 3x + 2 = 2x - 1

B. Identify the property of equality shown in each sentence

1) If 5 · 4 = 20 and 20 = 2 · 10, then 5 · 4 = 2 · 10
2) 11 = 11
3) If x + 3 = 9, then x + 3 + (–3) = 9 + (–3)
4) If 1 + 5 = 6, then 6 = 1 + 5.
1 1
5) If 3x = 10, then ( ) (3x) = ( )(10)
3 3

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C. Fill-in the blanks with correct expressions indicated by the property of equality
to be used.
1) If 2 + 8 = 10, then 10 = ____ (Symmetric Property)
2) (80 + 4) · 2 = 84 · ____ (Multiplication Property)
3) 11 + 8 = 19 and 19 = 10 + 9, then 11 + 8 = _____ (Transitive Property)
4) 5 + 10 + (–10) = 15 + ____ (Addition Property)
5) 10 = ____ (Reflexive Property)

D. Determine which among the given replacement set is part of the solution
for each inequality.
1) 2x + 5 > 7 ; {–6, –3, 4, 8, 10} 4) 2x ≤ 3x –1 ; { –5, –3, –1, 1, 3 }
2) 5x + 4 < –11 ; {–7, –5, –2, 0 } 5) 11x + 1 < 9x + 3 ; { –7, –3, 0, 3, 5}
3) 3x – 7 ≥ 2; { –2, 0, 3, 6 }

E. Identify the property of inequality shown in each sentence.

1) If m > 7 and 7 > n, then m > n.
2) If c > d and p < 0, then cp < dp.
3) if a < b, then a + 5 < b + 5.
4) If c > d and p > 0, then cp > dp
5) For any number a and b, one and only one of the following is true: a < b, a =
b, or a > b.

Let Us Practice More

Direction: Solve the following linear equations and inequalities in one variable.

A. Solve the following linear equations in one variable applying the Properties of
Equality. Show your solution.
1) x + 6 = 10 4) 2x - 3 = 13
2) 5x – 4 = 11 5) 5 – x = 3
3) 2x = 8 – 16

B. Solve the following inequality in one variable algebraically. Show your

solution.
1) x + 4 > 7 4) 3x + 4 ≥ 25
2) 5x – 8 < 22 5) -2x - 1 > 9
3) x + 7 ≤ 15

C. Solve the following absolute value equations and graph its solution set.
1) |m| – 3 = 7 4) |3a – 8| + 4 = 11
2) |2v| – 4 = 8 5) |10 – u| = |u – 10|
3) |4x + 2| – 3 = –7

D. Solve the following absolute value inequalities and graph its solution set.
1) |x – 4| < 5 4. |2x – 5| < 9
2) |2x + 3| > 13 5. |2x – 1| ≥ 7
3) |3x – 7| – 4 > 10

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 Let Us Remember

Let us summarize important things about the lesson to guide us in finding the
solution of linear equations/inequalities in one variable.

➢ To find the solution of linear equations/inequalities in one variable, always

remember that you have to learn how to evaluate linear equations/inequalities in
one variable first. Second, you can use Guess and check so you can determine
whether the given replacement set is true or false. Third, apply the properties of
equality and inequality in finding the value of unknown x. Lastly, do not forget
that linear equations in one variable may have a unique solution, but linear
inequalities in one variable may have many solutions.

➢ To solve an absolute value equation algebraically, we simply follow the steps:

Step 1: Let the expression on one side of the equation consist only of a
single absolute value expression.
Step 2: Determine if the number on the right side of the equation is negative or
not. If its negative then there is no solution for the given, otherwise, proceed to
step 3.
Step 3: If the absolute value of an expression is equal to a positive number, say
a, then the expression inside the absolute value can either be a or –a. Equate the
expression inside the absolute value sign to a and to –a.

Step 4: Solve both equations.

➢ To solve an absolute value inequality < or ≤, we express the inequality as an

equivalent conjunction.

|x| ≤ a, where a ≥ 0, is equivalent to the conjunction x ≤ a and x ≥ - a.

➢ To solve an absolute value inequality > or ≥, we express the inequality as an

equivalent disjunction.
|x|≥ a, where a ≥ 0, is equivalent to the disjunction x ≤ - a and x ≥ a.

Let Us Assess
Multiple Choice. Let us assess what you have learned on the lesson by answering the
problems below. Write the letter of your answer on a piece of paper.

1. What value of x satisfies the equation 2x + 5 = 3?

b. 0 b. – 2 c. – 1 d. – 3

2. Which equation has x = 5 as a solution?

a. 2x = 10 b. x - 5 = 10 c. 2x = 5 d. 2x = 10 + 5

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3. Which of the following is NOT a solution of the inequality |2a - 6| > 12
a. -12 b. 0 c. 10 d. 12

4. Given the replacement set (-3, - 2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3), which of the following is/are the
solution/s of the inequality 3x + 4 < 6?
a. x = (-3, -1, 0, 2) c. x = (- 3, -2, -1, 0)
b. x = (0, 1, 2, 3) d. x = ( -2,-1, 0, 1)

5. What property of equality is applied to find the solution of a - 10 = 5?

a. Reflexive Property c. Transitive Property
b. Symmetry Property d. Addition Property

6. If – 5x > 20, then,

a. x > - 4 b. x > 4 c. x < - 4 d. x < 4

7. What is a - 25 equal to, in the equation |a - 25| = 10 ?

a. -25 and 25 b. -10 and 10 c. -15 and 35 d. 15 and 35

8. What is/are the solution of the equation |- 2x| + 50 = 10?

a. (-20, 20) b. (-30, 30) c. (-40, 40) d. no solution

9. What is/are the solution of the equation |2x + 1| = |3x - 2|?

a. (3, 1/5) b. (- 3, 1/5) c. (3, - 1/5) d. (- 3, -1/5)

10. What is/are the solution of the inequality |2x - 1| ≥ 7?

a. x ≥ 3 or x ≥ - 4 c. x ≤ - 3 or x ≥ 4
b. x ≥ 3 or x ≥ 4 d. no solution

11. If | x + 1 | < 3 , then,

a. – 3 < x < 3 c. – 4 < x < 2
b. – 3 > x > 3 d. – 4 > x > 2

12. Which of the following graphs shows the solution of the equation 3x - 2 = 10?

a.

b.

c.

d.

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13. Which of the following graphs shows the solution of the inequality 2x - 5 ≤ 6?

a.

b.

c.

d.

14. Which of the following graph shows the solutions of the equation |2x - 7| = 3?

a.

b.

c.

d.

15. Which of the following graph shows the solutions of the inequality |3x - 8| ≥
7?

a.

b.

c.

d.

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 Let Us Enhance

Let’s face the problem!

Procedure
1. Create a situation in real-life where linear equation or inequality in one
variable is applied. You may research some problems as your guide
in creating a problem and then solve it whichever way you want.
2. Prepare diagrams or pictures that will help us to visualize the
situation/problem that you have made. You may also prepare the
necessary table or graph to present the important data in your
situation/problem and the correct equation or inequality and steps
to solve the problem. Show that you know about the topic by using
concepts about the properties of real numbers as applied in linear
equations or inequalities in one variable to describe the situation.
3. Timely, relevant, and pressing issues or situations such as the
Covid19 pandemic, business, etc. that we face today are more
encouraged.

Rubric on Problems and Equations Formulated and Solved

Score Descriptions
5 Poses a more complex problem with two or more
solutions and communicates ideas unmistakably,
shows in-depth comprehension of the pertinent
concepts and/or processes and provides
explanation wherever appropriate.
Equations/inequalities are properly formulated
and solved correctly.
3 Poses a more complex problem and finishes all
significant parts of the solution and communicates
ideas unmistakably, shows in-depth
comprehension of the pertinent concepts and/or
processes. Equations/inequalities are properly
formulated but not all are solved correctly.
1 Poses a complex problem and finishes all
significant parts of the solution and communicates
ideas unmistakably, shows in-depth
comprehension of the pertinent concepts and/or
processes. Equations/inequalities are properly
formulated but are not solved correctly.

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 Let Us Reflect
Reflect on what you have learned about this week’s lesson on Solving Linear
Equations and Inequalities in One Variable. Check the box of the emoticon to show
what you thought about the lesson and state why you felt that way.

How Do You Feel About This Week’s Lesson?

I feel ……………………

Great !!! Okay Not so good

because _____________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
_________________________________________________.

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Let Us Practice Let Us Practice
A.
D. 1. x = -1
1. { 4, 8, 10} 2. x = 1
2. { - 7, - 5} 3. x = 0
3. {3, 6} 4. x = 2
4. {1, 3} 5. x = -3
5. {- 7, - 3, 0}
B.
E. 1. Transitive Property of Equality
1. Transitive Property of Inequality 2. Reflexive Property of Equality
2. Multiplication Property of Inequality 3. Addition Property of Equality
3. Addition of Property of Inequality 4. Symmetry Property of Equality
4. Multiplication Property of Inequality 5. Multiplication Property of Equality
5. Trichotomy Property of Inequality
C.
1. 2 + 8
2. 2
3. 10 + 9
4. (-10)
5. 10
Let Us Try
1. d 6. b 11. a
2. b 7. a 12. c
3. a 8. b 13. b
4. c 9. a 14. d
5. b 10. d 15. a
Answer Key
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Let Us Practice More Let Us Practice More
B. A.
1) x+4>7 1) x + 6 = 10
x + 4 + (-4) > 7+ (-4) API x + 6 + (-6) = 10 + (-6) APE
x>3 x=4
2) 5x – 8 < 22 2) 5x – 4 = 11
5x – 8 + 8 < 22 + 8 API 5x – 4 + 4 = 11 + 4 APE
5x < 30 5x = 15
1 1 1 1
( ) 5x < 30 ( ) MPI ( ) 5x = 15 ( ) MPE
5 5 5 5
x<6 x=3
3) x + 7 ≤ 15 3) 2x = 8 – 16
x + 7 + (-7) ≤ 15 + (-7) API 2x = - 8
x ≤8 1 1
( ) 2x = (- 8 )( ) MPE
2 2
x = -4
4) 3x + 4 ≥ 25
3x + 4 + (-4) ≥ 25 + (-4) API
3x ≥ 21 4) 2x - 3 = 13
1 1
(
) 3x ≥ 21 ( ) MPI
3 3 2x - 3 + 3 = 13 + 3 APE
x≥7 2x = 16
1 1
( ) 2x = 16 ( ) MPE
2 2
5) 2x - 1 > 9 x = 8
– 2x - 1 + 1 > 9 + 1 API
– 2x > 10
1 1 5) 5–x=3
(- )(– 2x) < (10)(- ) MPI
2 2
5 + (-5) – x = 3 + (-5) APE
x<-5
-x = - 2
( -1 )( -x ) = (- 2 )( -1 ) MPE
x=2
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Let Us Practice More
C.
1) m = {– 10, 10}
2) v =( – 6, 6)
3) There is no graph because there is no solution.
1
4) a = { 3, 5 }
5) All real numbers {u|u ∈ R} or R ( - ∞ , ∞ )
D.
1) Solution Set: {x|-1 < x < 9}
2) Solution Set: {x|x < -8} and {x|x > 5}
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3) Solution Set: {x|x < - } and {x|x
3
4) Solution Set: {x|- 2 < x < 7}
5) Solution Set: {x|x ≤ - 3} and {x|x ≥ 4}
 15. a 10. c 5. d
14. d 9. a 4. c
13. c 8. d 3. b
12. b 7. b 2. a
11. c 6. c 1. c

Let Us Assess

Answers may vary Answers may vary

Let Us Enhance Let Us Reflect

References

Ricardo M. Crisostomo, et. al., Our World of Math: Quezon City: Vibal Publishing
House Inc., 2013, 193-242.

Orlando A. Oronce and Marilyn O. Mendoza, Worktext in Mathematics, E-math:

Manila: Rex Book Store, Inc., 2012, 233-336

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