Equalities and Inequalities

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What is an equality?

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An equality is a mathematical statement that shows two expressions are equal, using the '=' sign.

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that shows the relationship between two expressions that are not equal, using symbols like '<', '>', '≤', or '≥'.

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What does it mean to balance an equation?

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To balance an equation means to ensure that both sides of the equation have the same value.

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What is the solution to the equation 2 x 9 = 3 x ____?

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6

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What is the missing number in the equation 8 + 7 = ___ + 9?

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6

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What is the value of __ - 6 = 7 x 8?

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62

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Is the equation 2 x 4 = 4 + 2 balanced?

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No, it is not balanced.

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What is the missing number in the equation 112 - ___ = 9 x 9?

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31

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What does the symbol '>' mean in an inequality?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean in an inequality?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.