options: Explain each step in solving a simple equation as following from the equality of numbers asserted at the previous step, starting from the assumption that the original equation has a solution. Construct a viable argument to justify a solution method.

Solve simple rational and radical equations in one variable, and give examples showing how extraneous solutions may arise.
problem_activity: Problem 1
Part A:
Describe the solution set to the inequality “
$$x$$
is greater than
$${-4}$$
and less than
$$5$$
” algebraically and graphically.
Part B:
Graph the solution set to the compound inequality shown below.
$$-5<2x+ 1<4$$
Problem 2
Jonah got a 76 on his midterm exam. To get a B in the course, the average of his midterm and his final must be between 80 and 89.
Write and solve a compound inequality that models this context. Describe the solution set in context of the problem.


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