Graphing Inequalities

Front

What does the inequality p < 2 represent on a number line?

Back

All numbers to the left of 2, not including 2.

Front

Which symbol indicates 'greater than'?

Back

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Front

What does the inequality k < 3 represent on a number line?

Back

All numbers to the left of 3, not including 3.

Front

When graphing inequalities, what does a closed dot indicate?

Back

The value is included in the solution (used for ≤ and ≥).

Front

What does the inequality r ≥ -6 represent on a number line?

Back

All numbers to the right of -6, including -6.

Front

What is the difference between < and ≤?

Back

< means 'less than' (not including), while ≤ means 'less than or equal to' (including).

Front

How do you graph the inequality x > 4?

Back

Draw a number line, place an open dot at 4, and shade to the right.

Front

What does the inequality y ≤ 5 mean?

Back

y can be any number less than or equal to 5.

Front

What is the meaning of the inequality x ≥ -2?

Back

x can be any number greater than or equal to -2.

Front

How do you represent the inequality 3 < x < 7 on a number line?

Back

Draw an open dot at 3 and 7, shade between them.