Linear Inequalities Vocabulary

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What is a linear inequality?

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A linear inequality is a mathematical statement that compares a linear expression to a value using inequality symbols such as <, >, ≤, or ≥.

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What does the symbol '>' represent?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' represent?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '≥' represent?

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

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What does the symbol '≤' represent?

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

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What is the solution set of a linear inequality?

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The solution set of a linear inequality is the set of all points that satisfy the inequality.

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What type of line is used for 'greater than' or 'less than' inequalities?

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A dashed line is used for 'greater than' (>) or 'less than' (<) inequalities.

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What type of line is used for 'greater than or equal to' or 'less than or equal to' inequalities?

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A solid line is used for 'greater than or equal to' (≥) or 'less than or equal to' (≤) inequalities.

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If a point lies on a solid boundary line, what does it signify?

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If a point lies on a solid boundary line, it signifies that the point is included in the solution set.

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Which point is NOT part of the solution set for the inequality y < 2x + 3 if the solution set includes (0, 0) and (5, 20)?

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The point (-10, -10) is NOT part of the solution set.