Translating Inequalities from Words

Front

What does the inequality m > 41 represent in words?

Back

Mary’s points, m, totaled more than 41.

Front

When do you flip an inequality symbol?

Back

You flip the inequality symbol when you multiply or divide by a negative number.

Front

Write an inequality for the statement: 'You must be at least 18 years old to join the military.'

Back

x ≥ 18

Front

What symbol do you use for an open dot when graphing an inequality?

Back

< or >

Front

Which inequality represents 'no more than' or 'at most'?

Back

≤

Front

What does the inequality x < 10 mean?

Back

x is less than 10.

Front

What does the inequality x ≥ 5 mean?

Back

x is greater than or equal to 5.

Front

How do you represent 'more than 20' in inequality form?

Back

x > 20.

Front

What is the inequality for 'at least 15'?

Back

x ≥ 15.

Front

What does the symbol ≤ mean?

Back

Less than or equal to.