To graph the inequality \( y \geq 2 \), follow these steps:
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Draw the Boundary Line: Start by graphing the line \( y = 2 \). This is a horizontal line that runs parallel to the x-axis and crosses the y-axis at the point (0, 2).
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Determine the Line Style: Since the inequality is \( y \geq 2 \), you will use a solid line for \( y = 2 \). A solid line indicates that the points on the line are included in the solution set.
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Shade the Region: Since the inequality is \( y \geq 2 \), shade the area above the line (including the line itself). This shaded region represents all the points where the y-coordinate is greater than or equal to 2.
Here is a simple visual representation:
y
|
4| -----------------
3| |
2|-------|----------------
1| |
0| |
+----------------------- x
0 4
In this graph:
- The solid line at \( y = 2 \) is shown horizontally.
- The region above (shaded area) represents the solution to the inequality \( y \geq 2 \).