Understanding Two-Step Inequalities

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Two-Step Inequality

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An inequality solved using two operations.

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Example of Two-Step Inequality

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3x + 4 < 10

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Solve: 2x + 3 > 7

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x > 2

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Graph: x > 2

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Open circle at 2, shade right.

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Real-Life: Budget

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Spend less than 50 after buying a 20 item.

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Solve: 5x - 2 ≤ 13

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x ≤ 3

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Graph: x ≤ 3

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Closed circle at 3, shade left.

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Example: 4x - 5 ≥ 11

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x ≥ 4

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Solve: -3x + 6 < 0

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x > 2

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Graph: x > 2

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Open circle at 2, shade right.