Solving 1 and 2 step Inequalities Review

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions using inequality symbols such as <, >, ≤, or ≥.

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What does it mean to solve an inequality?

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To solve an inequality means to find all values of the variable that make the inequality true.

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What is the difference between a strict inequality and a non-strict inequality?

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A strict inequality uses < or >, meaning the values cannot equal the boundary. A non-strict inequality uses ≤ or ≥, meaning the values can equal the boundary.

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When do you flip the inequality sign?

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You flip the inequality sign when you multiply or divide both sides of the inequality by a negative number.

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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 does the symbol ≥ represent?

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

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You draw a number line, place an open dot at 3, and shade to the right.

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You draw a number line, place a closed dot at 2, and shade to the left.

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