Inequality Word Problems

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions and shows that one is greater than, less than, greater than or equal to, or less than or equal to the other.

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What does 'at most' mean in an inequality?

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'At most' indicates a maximum limit. For example, if a person can spend at most $8, it means they can spend $8 or less.

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How do you represent a situation where a person wants to spend less than a certain amount?

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What is the inequality for Adam's earnings if he earns $80 per day plus $8 per video game sold and wants to make at least $176?

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How do you solve an inequality?

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To solve an inequality, isolate the variable on one side using inverse operations, similar to solving an equation, while maintaining the direction of the inequality.

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What does 'at least' mean in an inequality?

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'At least' indicates a minimum limit. For example, if someone needs at least 100 signatures, it means they need 100 or more.

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How can you express the total amount of money someone has after selling items?

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What is the first step in solving a word problem involving inequalities?

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The first step is to identify the variables and what they represent in the context of the problem.

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How do you represent a situation where a person needs to collect a certain number of items over time?

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