Topic 5 Test Review

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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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How do you solve an inequality?

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To solve an inequality, isolate the variable on one side using inverse operations, similar to solving an equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What does the distributive property state?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac, meaning you can distribute a factor across a sum.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Solve the inequality: 2x + 3 < 11.

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x < 4.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4B

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What is the solution to the equation 2(5x + 8) = 56?

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x = 4.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does it mean to graph an inequality?

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Graphing an inequality involves representing the solutions of the inequality on a number line or coordinate plane.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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What is the difference between < and ≤?

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< means 'less than' and does not include the endpoint, while ≤ means 'less than or equal to' and includes the endpoint.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How do you check if a solution to an inequality is correct?

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Substitute the solution back into the original inequality to see if it holds true.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5

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What is a solution set?

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A solution set is the set of all values that satisfy a given inequality or equation.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 3(x - 2) = 12?

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Distribute 3 to both terms inside the parentheses: 3x - 6 = 12.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A