Tom has a tree in his backyard. The tree grows 40 centimeters each year. Since the tree started growing, Tom has trimmed 24 centimeters off its height. The goal for the tree's height is given by 40x-24≥ 256, where x is the number of years the tree grows. Complete the parts below. (a) Solve the given inequality and graph the solution on the number line below. 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 (b) Choose and complete the statement that best describes the solution. To meet the goal, the tree must be at least ☐ centimeters tall. This will take at most years. To meet the goal, the tree must be at least This will take at least 0 years. 0 centimeters tall. ◇ To meet the goal, the tree must be at most centimeters tall. This will take at least years. Explanation Check 5 2024 McGraw Hill LLC. All Rights Reserved. Terms of Use Privacy Center Ac​