Solving 1-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 symbols such as <, >, ≤, or ≥.

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What does the symbol ≤ mean?

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The symbol ≤ means 'less than or equal to'.

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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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How do you solve the inequality y + 7 ≥ 12?

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Subtract 7 from both sides: y ≥ 5.

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What is the solution to the inequality 30 + n ≥ 50?

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Subtract 30 from both sides: n ≥ 20.

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When graphing the inequality x < 5, what type of dot is used?

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An open dot is used when graphing x < 5.

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When graphing the inequality y ≥ 3, what type of dot is used?

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A closed dot is used when graphing y ≥ 3.

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What is the solution to the inequality z ≤ 9?

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The solution is all values of z that are less than or equal to 9.

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How do you represent the solution of an inequality on a number line?

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You use a dot to indicate the solution point and shade the line in the direction of the solution.

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What does the symbol > mean?

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The symbol > means 'greater than'.