Inequalities

Front

What symbol is used to represent 'less than' in inequalities?

Back

<

Front

What symbol is used to represent 'greater than' in inequalities?

Back

>

Front

When graphing the inequality x < 5, what type of circle is used on the number line?

Back

Open circle

Front

What does the inequality r > 48 represent in a real-world context?

Back

You must be taller than 48 inches to ride the roller coaster.

Front

How would you express the statement 'You can spend no more than 25 dollars' as an inequality?

Back

x ≤ 25

Front

What does an open dot on a number line indicate when graphing inequalities?

Back

The value is not included in the solution set.

Front

What does a closed dot on a number line indicate when graphing inequalities?

Back

The value is included in the solution set.

Front

If x < -4, what does this mean in terms of the number line?

Back

All numbers to the left of -4 are included in the solution set.

Front

What is the difference between strict and non-strict inequalities?

Back

Strict inequalities (<, >) do not include the boundary value, while non-strict inequalities (≤, ≥) do.

Front

How would you write the inequality for 'at least 10' in mathematical terms?

Back

x ≥ 10