Use a descriptive variable and an inequality symbol (, $\ge$, $\le$) to write a model for the statement. The Smith family will spend at least $16,500 on home improvements. A) Let a represent the amount. a $16,500. D) Let a represent the amount. a $\ge$ $16,500.

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Use a descriptive variable and an inequality symbol (<, >, $\ge$, $\le$) to write a model for the statement. The Smith family will spend at least $16,500 on home improvements. A) Let a represent the amount. a < $16,500. B) Let a represent the amount. a $\le$$16,500. C) Let a represent the amount. a > $16,500. D) Let a represent the amount. a $\ge$ $16,500.

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The statement "The Smith family will spend at least $16,500 on home improvements" means that the amount spent will be greater than or equal to $16,500. Therefore, the correct variable and inequality symbol to use in the model is a F1F1F1S1F1F1F10 $16,500, which corresponds to choice D.

Use a Descriptive Variable and an Inequality Symbol (<, > ≥\ge≥

Use a Descriptive Variable and an Inequality Symbol (<, > $\ge$