One and Two Step Inequalities

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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 (>, <, ≥, ≤) 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 it mean to solve an inequality?

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To solve an inequality means to find all values of the variable that make the inequality true.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What is the difference between a one-step and a two-step inequality?

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A one-step inequality requires one operation to isolate the variable, while a two-step inequality requires two operations.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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Solve for r: r/5 - 15 = 18

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r = 165

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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Solve for x: x - 8 = -5

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x = 3

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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Solve for t: 6t + 4 ≤ -2

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t ≤ -1

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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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Is the following statement true or false? -3x ≥ 12 requires flipping the sign when solving for x.

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True

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What is the solution set for the inequality x + 4 < 10?

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x < 6

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4B

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What does the symbol '≥' mean?

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The symbol '≥' means 'greater than or equal to'.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8