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 in inequalities?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'. For example, x > 5 means x is greater than 5.

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What does the symbol '<' mean in inequalities?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'. For example, y < 10 means y is less than 10.

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What does the symbol '≥' mean in inequalities?

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The symbol '≥' means 'greater than or equal to'. For example, z ≥ 3 means z is greater than or equal to 3.

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What does the symbol '≤' mean in inequalities?

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The symbol '≤' means 'less than or equal to'. For example, a ≤ 7 means a is less than or equal to 7.

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How do you solve the inequality p - 3 > -8?

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Add 3 to both sides: p > -5.

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How do you solve the inequality n + 21 < 0?

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Subtract 21 from both sides: n < -21.

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How do you solve the inequality k - 13 > -51?

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Add 13 to both sides: k > -38.

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What inequality represents Monica's spending at the fair?

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d + 15 ≤ 40.

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What inequality represents the sisters' contribution for the Christmas gift?

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x ÷ 4 ≤ 60.