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Solution Sets

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Key Definition

A solution set is the set containing all the solutions of an equation or inequality. For example, the solution set for $3x + 5 = 11$ is ${2}$.

Important Notes

The null set is denoted by $\emptyset$
If an equation has no solutions, its solution set is $\emptyset$
Solution sets for inequalities are often infinite
Replacement sets can be used to test solutions by substituting potential solutions back into the original equation or inequality
For $x + 1 = x$, the solution set is $\emptyset$

Mathematical Notation

$\emptyset$ means the empty set or null set

$+$ represents addition

$($ means open interval boundary

$)$ means open interval boundary

$[$ means closed interval boundary

$]$ means closed interval boundary

${ | }$ means set‐builder notation

$<$ means less than

$≤$ means less than or equal to

$≥$ means greater than or equal to

Remember to use proper notation when solving problems

Why It Works

Solution sets help us identify all possible solutions for an equation or inequality, allowing for comprehensive problem-solving.

Remember

Always verify your solutions by substituting back into the original equation or inequality.

Quick Reference

Equation Example:$3x + 5 = 11$

Understanding Solution Sets

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Beginner Explanation

Solution sets collect all possible solutions for an equation, like $3x + 5 = 11$ having ${2}$.

Practice Problems

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Quick Quiz

Single Choice Quiz

Beginner

What is the solution set for $3x + 5 = 11$?

Real-World Problem

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Intermediate

Teenager Scenario

If you have $x$ apples and get 3 more, the number of apples is $x + 3$. Find $x$ if you end up with 10.

Thinking Challenge

Thinking Exercise

Intermediate

Think About This

Consider the inequality $x + 1 > x$. What can you deduce?

Challenge Quiz

Single Choice Quiz

Advanced

What is the solution set for $x^2 = x$?

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