Graphing Inequalities

Front

What symbol is used for an open dot when graphing an inequality?

Back

< or >

Front

When graphing the inequality x < 3, what type of circle is used?

Back

Open circle

Front

What does the number line graph with a closed dot at -5 represent?

Back

x ≥ -5

Front

Provide two examples of numbers that satisfy the inequality x < 8.

Back

0.8, 5.9

Front

What inequality corresponds to a graph with a closed dot at 11 and shading to the right?

Back

a ≥ 11

Front

What is the difference between an open circle and a closed circle in graphing inequalities?

Back

An open circle indicates that the number is not included (e.g., < or >), while a closed circle indicates that the number is included (e.g., ≤ or ≥).

Front

How do you graph the inequality x > 4 on a number line?

Back

Use an open dot at 4 and shade to the right.

Front

What does the inequality x ≤ 2 mean in terms of graphing?

Back

Use a closed dot at 2 and shade to the left.

Front

If a graph shows a line with an open dot at -3 and shading to the left, what is the inequality?

Back

x < -3

Front

What is the correct way to represent the inequality y ≥ 5 on a graph?

Back

Use a closed dot at 5 and shade upwards.