Inequalities

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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, or equal to the other.

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What does the symbol '>' represent?

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'>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' represent?

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'<'' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '≥' represent?

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'≥' means 'greater than or equal to'.

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What does the symbol '≤' represent?

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'≤' means 'less than or equal to'.

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How do you represent 'more than' in inequality notation?

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'more than' is represented by the symbol '>'.

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How do you represent 'no more than' in inequality notation?

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'no more than' is represented by the symbol '≤'.

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What is the solution to the inequality s + 9 ≥ -25?

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s ≥ -34.

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What type of dot is used for the inequality x ≥ 5 on a number line?

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A solid dot is used for x ≥ 5.

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What is a compound inequality?

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A compound inequality consists of two or more inequalities joined by 'and' or 'or'.