One Step 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 a value can be either greater than or equal to another value.

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What does the symbol '≤' mean?

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'≤' means 'less than or equal to'. It indicates that a value can be either less than or equal to another value.

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How do you solve the inequality x + 3 < 7?

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Subtract 3 from both sides: x < 4.

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What is the solution to the inequality 2x ≥ 10?

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Divide both sides by 2: x ≥ 5.

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What does the number line represent in inequalities?

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A number line visually represents the solutions of an inequality, showing which values satisfy the inequality.

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If x > 5, what values can x take?

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x can take any value greater than 5, such as 6, 7, 8, etc.

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What is the solution to the inequality -3 ≥ x - 1?

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Add 1 to both sides: -2 ≥ x, or x ≤ -2.

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How do you graph the inequality x < 3 on a number line?

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Draw an open circle at 3 and shade to the left to indicate all values less than 3.

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What is the meaning of the inequality x ≥ 15 in a real-world context?

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It means that a person must be 15 years old or older to obtain a driver's permit.