Translating Inequalities

Front

What does the inequality x ≥ 200 represent in a real-world context?

Back

It means that you need to sell 200 or more tickets for the dance.

Front

Translate the phrase: 'A person must be no more than 12 years old to order from the kids menu.'

Back

x ≤ 12

Front

What inequality represents the condition: 'To get the 25% discount, a shopper must spend at least $100'?

Back

d ≥ 100

Front

If 6 > x, what does this tell us about the value of x?

Back

x must be less than 6.

Front

What inequality represents the requirement to keep at least $10 in a bank account?

Back

x ≥ 10

Front

Define an inequality.

Back

An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions and shows that one is greater than, less than, or equal to the other.

Front

What is the difference between 'greater than' and 'greater than or equal to'?

Back

'Greater than' (>) means the value is strictly more, while 'greater than or equal to' (≥) includes the value itself.

Front

Translate the phrase: 'You can have no more than 50 candies.'

Back

x ≤ 50

Front

What does the inequality x < 15 indicate?

Back

It indicates that x can be any value less than 15.

Front

Translate the phrase: 'You must score at least 75% to pass the test.'

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x ≥ 75