Inequality Word Problems

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What does the inequality x ≥ 15 represent?

Back

A student must be at least 15 years old to obtain a driver’s permit.

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What does the inequality k ≤ 62 represent?

Back

You must be no more than 62 inches tall to play on the playground.

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What does the inequality 3y ≥ 63 represent?

Back

Todd caught at least three times as many fish this year than last year, and he caught 63 fish this year.

Front

What does the inequality s > 36 represent?

Back

Addie saved more than $36.

Front

What does the inequality x ÷ 2 > 20 represent?

Back

The quotient of a number and 2 is more than 20.

Front

What is an inequality?

Back

An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions and shows that one is greater than, less than, or equal to the other.

Front

What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

Back

>

Front

What is the symbol for 'less than or equal to'?

Back

≤

Front

What does the inequality x < 10 represent?

Back

x is less than 10.

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How do you solve the inequality 2x > 8?

Back

Divide both sides by 2 to get x > 4.