Write 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 in an inequality?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'. For example, x > 5 means x is greater than 5.

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

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'. For example, y < 10 means y is less than 10.

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

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The symbol '≥' means 'greater than or equal to'. For example, z ≥ 3 means z is greater than or equal to 3.

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

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The symbol '≤' means 'less than or equal to'. For example, a ≤ 8 means a is less than or equal to 8.

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Write the inequality for: The Chicago Cubs have won more than 100 games.

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x > 100

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Write the inequality for: The length of a fish must be at least 10 inches to keep it.

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f ≥ 10

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Write the inequality for: Kevin ran for less than 5 miles.

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k < 5

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Write the inequality for: The maximum weight for the zip line is 250 pounds.

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x ≤ 250

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Write the inequality for: Up to 12 people can ride in the van.

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v ≤ 12