Equations and Inequalities

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What is an equation?

Back

An equation is a mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically containing variables.

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What is an inequality?

Back

An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions, showing that one is greater than, less than, or not equal to the other.

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Solve for x: 4x + 7 = 23

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x = 4

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Solve for k: k/2 ≥ 8

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k ≥ 16

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What does it mean when an inequality has a closed dot on a graph?

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A closed dot indicates that the endpoint is included in the solution set, used for ≤ and ≥.

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Solve the inequality: -2(x + 5) > 6

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x < -8

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What is the first step to solve the equation: 11 - 3x = 44?

Back

Subtract 11 from both sides.

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What is the solution to the inequality: 3x - 5 < 4?

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x < 3.

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What does the symbol '>' represent in inequalities?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' represent in inequalities?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.