Solving 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 in an inequality?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean in an inequality?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '≥' mean in an inequality?

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The symbol '≥' means 'greater than or equal to'.

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What does the symbol '≤' mean in an inequality?

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The symbol '≤' means 'less than or equal to'.

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When do you flip the inequality sign?

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You flip the inequality sign when you multiply or divide both sides of the inequality by a negative number.

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What is the solution to the inequality -3x ≥ 12?

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x ≤ -4.

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How do you represent 'more than' in an inequality?

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Use the symbol '>'.

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What type of dot is used when graphing x < 5?

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An open dot is used.

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What type of dot is used when graphing x ≤ 5?

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A closed dot is used.