One and Two step inequalities FLASHCARD

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions using inequality symbols (such as <, >, ≤, ≥) to show that one expression is greater than, less than, or equal to another.

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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 'less than or equal to'. It indicates that the value on the left is either less than or equal to the value on the right.

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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 or equal to'. It indicates that the value on the left is either greater than or equal to the value on the right.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How do you solve a one-step inequality?

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To solve a one-step inequality, isolate the variable by performing the same operation on both sides of the inequality. For example, if the inequality is x + 3 < 7, subtract 3 from both sides to get x < 4.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4B

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What is the first step in solving the inequality 2x + 3 > 11?

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The first step is to subtract 3 from both sides, resulting in 2x > 8.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4B

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When do you flip the inequality sign?

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You flip the inequality sign when you multiply or divide both sides of the inequality by a negative number.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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Solve the inequality: 4y ≤ 20. What is y?

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y ≤ 5.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What is the solution to the inequality -3x ≤ 18?

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x ≥ -6.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How do you graph the inequality x < 5 on a number line?

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Draw a number line, place an open circle on 5, and shade to the left to indicate all numbers less than 5.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What is the solution to the inequality 32 ≥ 16p?

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p ≤ 2.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8