Translate the sentence to an algebraic inequality.
-Jon has 791 points in his math class. He must have 72% of the 1200 points possible by the end of the term to receive credit for the class. What is the minimum number of additional points he must earn by the end of the
Term to receive credit for the class?
A) 864 points
B) 73 points
C) 570 points
D) 409 points

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To find the minimum number of additional points Jon needs to earn to receive credit, first calculate 72% of 1200, which is 0.72 * 1200 = 864 points. Jon already has 791 points, so the additional points needed are 864 - 791 = 73 points.

Translate the Sentence to an Algebraic Inequality