Topic 4 - Inequalities

Front

What is an inequality?

Back

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

Front

What does the symbol '≥' mean?

Back

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

Front

What does the symbol '≤' mean?

Back

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

Front

If a child's height must be at least 36 inches, how is this expressed in inequality form?

Back

h ≥ 36

Front

If the speed limit on a curvy road is no more than 35 mph, how is this expressed in inequality form?

Back

s ≤ 35

Front

How would you express that the number of students in a class must be less than 30?

Back

s < 30

Front

If Debbie has more than 20 stuffed animals, how is this expressed in inequality form?

Back

a > 20

Front

What does the inequality w ≤ 2500 represent in the context of weight limits?

Back

It represents that the weight in the elevator must be less than or equal to 2500 pounds.

Front

What is the difference between '>' and '≥'?

Back

'>' means greater than, while '≥' means greater than or equal to.

Front

What is the difference between '<' and '≤'?

Back

'<' means less than, while '≤' means less than or equal to.