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 such as <, >, ≤, or ≥.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'. For example, x < 5 means x is any number less than 5.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'. For example, x > 3 means x is any number greater than 3.

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What does the symbol '≤' mean?

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The symbol '≤' means 'less than or equal to'. For example, x ≤ 7 means x can be any number less than or equal to 7.

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What does the symbol '≥' mean?

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The symbol '≥' means 'greater than or equal to'. For example, x ≥ 2 means x can be any number greater than or equal to 2.

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How do you solve the inequality x + 3 < 10?

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Subtract 3 from both sides: x < 7.

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How do you solve the inequality 2n > 8?

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Divide both sides by 2: n > 4.

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What is the solution to the inequality n/3 > -20?

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Multiply both sides by 3: n > -60.

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When graphing the inequality b < 6, what type of circle is used?

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An open circle is used to indicate that 6 is not included in the solution.

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What is a solution set in inequalities?

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A solution set is the set of all values that satisfy the inequality.