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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'≥' means 'greater than or equal to'. It indicates that the value on the left is either greater than or equal to the value on the right.

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What does the symbol '≤' mean?

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'≤' means 'less than or equal to'. It indicates that the value on the left is either less than or equal to the value on the right.

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How do you represent 'She is at least 10 years old' in inequality form?

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X ≥ 10

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What does the inequality 'x > 100' represent?

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'x > 100' means that x is greater than 100.

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When do you use an open circle on a graph for an inequality?

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An open circle is used for '>' or '<', indicating that the endpoint is not included.

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When do you use a closed circle on a graph for an inequality?

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A closed circle is used for '≥' or '≤', indicating that the endpoint is included.

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What is the solution to the inequality 'a ≤ 25'?

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The solution includes all values of a that are less than or equal to 25.

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How do you represent 'The Chicago Cubs have won more than 100 games' in inequality form?

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x > 100

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What does the inequality 'b ≤ -2' represent on a number line?

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It represents all values of b that are less than or equal to -2.