One-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 like <, >, ≤, or ≥.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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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'.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How do you solve the inequality 8x < 48?

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Divide both sides by 8: x < 6.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What is the solution to the inequality x + 9 > 17?

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Subtract 9 from both sides: x > 8.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4B

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What are two solutions to the inequality x < 8?

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Examples of solutions include 7.8 and 5.9.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5

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How do you graph the inequality x < 3?

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Use an open circle at 3 and shade to the left.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What does an open circle represent in graphing inequalities?

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An open circle indicates that the number is not included in the solution.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What does a closed circle represent in graphing inequalities?

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A closed circle indicates that the number is included in the solution.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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Does x + 5 > 21 hold true when x = 15?

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No, because 15 + 5 = 20, which is not greater than 21.

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