Solving Inequalities with Multiplication and Division

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions using symbols such as <, >, ≤, or ≥.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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How do you solve an inequality involving multiplication?

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To solve an inequality involving multiplication, divide both sides by the same positive number. If you multiply or divide by a negative number, reverse the inequality sign.

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Solve the inequality: 8x < 48

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x < 6

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Solve the inequality: -5m < 10

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m > -2

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What happens to the inequality sign when you divide by a negative number?

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When you divide both sides of an inequality by a negative number, you must reverse the inequality sign.

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Solve the inequality: -25x < 400

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x > -16

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Solve the inequality: -6a > -78

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a < 13

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Solve the inequality: 13a > -26

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a > -2

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8