SHSAT Basic

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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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How do you write an inequality for a situation?

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Identify the total amount available, the fixed costs, and the variable costs. Use the format: fixed cost + (variable cost per unit × number of units) < total amount.

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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How do you compare speeds of two objects?

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Calculate the speed of each object using the formula, then subtract the smaller speed from the larger speed to find the difference.

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What is a recipe conversion?

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A recipe conversion is the process of adjusting the quantities of ingredients in a recipe to yield a different number of servings.

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How do you calculate the amount of an ingredient needed for a recipe?

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Use the ratio of the desired yield to the original yield to scale the ingredient amounts accordingly.

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What is the formula for the circumference of a circle?

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Circumference = 2πr, where r is the radius.

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How do you find the radius of a circle from its circumference?

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Use the formula: Radius = Circumference / (2π).

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What is sales tax?

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Sales tax is a percentage added to the price of goods and services, collected by the seller and paid to the government.

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How do you calculate the sales tax rate?

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Sales Tax Rate = (Sales Tax Amount / Original Price) × 100%.