Respuesta :
Given:
The inequality is [tex]x<56[/tex].
To find:
The correct situation for the given inequality.
Solution:
Tina's dog weighed 56 pounds two months ago. He gained weight and weighs x pounds now. It means, weighs x pounds is more than 56 pounds.
[tex]x>56[/tex]
So, option A is incorrect.
Tina has x dollars. She has more than enough money to buy a camera that costs $56. It means, amount $x is more than required amount $56.
[tex]x>56[/tex]
So, option B is incorrect.
Tina walks for 56 minutes. She walks for the same amount of time as her sister, who walks for x minutes. It means, x is equal to 56.
[tex]x=56[/tex]
So, option C is incorrect.
Tina's height is x inches. She is shorter than her brother, whose height is 56 inches. It means, Tina's height is x inches is less than her brother's height, i.e., 56 inches.
[tex]x<56[/tex]
Therefore, the correct option is D.
