Linear Inequalities

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What type of line is used when graphing a linear inequality with \( \le \) or \( \ge \) signs?

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A solid line.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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What type of line is used when graphing a linear inequality with \( < \) or \( > \) signs?

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A dashed line.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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What does the inequality \( y > \frac{1}{2}x + 3 \) represent on a graph?

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The region above the line \( y = \frac{1}{2}x + 3 \).

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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Which inequality represents the graph of a line with a slope of -\( \frac{4}{5} \) and a y-intercept of -1?

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\( y > -\frac{4}{5}x - 1 \) represents the area above the line.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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How do you determine if a point is a solution to a linear inequality?

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Substitute the point's coordinates into the inequality; if the inequality holds true, the point is a solution.

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What is the graphical representation of the inequality \( y \ge 3x - 5 \)?

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The region above and including the line \( y = 3x - 5 \).

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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What does the inequality \( y \le -\frac{1}{3}x - 5 \) indicate about the graph?

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It represents the area below and including the line \( y = -\frac{1}{3}x - 5 \).

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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What is the significance of the y-intercept in a linear inequality?

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It indicates where the line crosses the y-axis, which helps in graphing the inequality.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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How do you graph the inequality \( y < 2x + 1 \)?

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Graph the line \( y = 2x + 1 \) as a dashed line and shade below it.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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What is the slope of the line represented by the inequality \( y \ge \frac{1}{3}x - 5 \)?

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The slope is \( \frac{1}{3} \).