To write a verbal inequality in algebraic terms, we will start by identifying the inequality symbol we need to use and placing it in the center of our statement. In this case, we have at least, which is represented by the symbol ≥.
... ≥ ...
On the left-hand side of the inequality we have a number minus 3, which we will express as a difference.
n - 3 ≥...
On the right-hand side of the inequality, we have -5. We can now form our final answer.
A number minus 3 is at least -5
n - 3 ≥ -5
