Systems of Inequalities

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What is a system of inequalities?

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A system of inequalities is a set of two or more inequalities with the same variables. The solution is the set of all points that satisfy all inequalities in the system.

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How do you determine if a point is a solution to a system of inequalities?

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To determine if a point is a solution, substitute the coordinates of the point into each inequality. If the point satisfies all inequalities, it is a solution.

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

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'≥' means 'greater than or equal to'. It indicates that the value on the left is either greater than or equal to the value on the right.

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

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'≤' means 'less than or equal to'. It indicates that the value on the left is either less than or equal to the value on the right.

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What is the graphical representation of a linear inequality?

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The graphical representation of a linear inequality is a half-plane divided by a line. The line is solid if the inequality includes equality (≥ or ≤) and dashed if it does not (> or <).

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What is the feasible region in a system of inequalities?

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The feasible region is the area on the graph where all the inequalities overlap. It represents all possible solutions to the system.

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How can you represent a real-world situation using a system of inequalities?

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You can represent a real-world situation by defining variables for the quantities involved, then writing inequalities based on the constraints of the situation.

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What is the difference between 'strict' and 'non-strict' inequalities?

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Strict inequalities (<, >) do not include the boundary line, while non-strict inequalities (≤, ≥) include the boundary line.

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If a point lies on the boundary line of an inequality, is it a solution?

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Yes, if the inequality is non-strict (≤ or ≥), the point on the boundary line is considered a solution.

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What is the significance of the slope in a linear inequality?

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The slope indicates the steepness of the line and the direction of the inequality. A positive slope means the line rises, while a negative slope means it falls.