Inequality Word Problems

Front

Tucker lost fewer than 9 points. Which inequality represents the situation?

Back

p < 9

Front

To order from the kids menu a person must be no more than 12 years old. Which inequality represents this?

Back

x ≤ 12

Front

A student must be at least 15 years old to obtain a driver’s permit. Which inequality represents this?

Back

x ≥ 15

Front

Which inequality is represented by the words 'at least'?

Back

≥

Front

Todd caught at least three times as many fish this year than last year. He caught 63 fish this year. Which inequality represents how many fish he caught last year?

Back

3y ≥ 63

Front

What does the inequality symbol '>' mean?

Back

Greater than.

Front

What does the inequality symbol '<' mean?

Back

Less than.

Front

What does the inequality symbol '≥' mean?

Back

Greater than or equal to.

Front

What does the inequality symbol '≤' mean?

Back

Less than or equal to.

Front

If x < 10, what can we say about x?

Back

x is any number less than 10.