To determine the linear inequality based on the description, you'll need to look at the number line. If the line has an open circle on a specific number (let's say 3) and is shaded to the left, the inequality would be written as \( x < 3 \). If the circle is closed (filled) on the number 3 and shaded to the left, it would be \( x \leq 3 \).
If the circle is open and shaded to the right, it would be \( x > 3 \). If the circle is closed and shaded to the right, it would be \( x \geq 3 \).
Please describe the details of the number line and the symbols used (open or closed circle) to get a specific inequality.