Basic Inequalities

Front

What does 'at most' mean in an inequality?

Back

It means the value can be equal to or less than a certain number.

Front

What symbol represents 'greater than or equal to'?

Back

≥

Front

What symbol represents 'less than'?

Back

<

Front

What does the inequality x < 6 mean?

Back

x can be any number less than 6.

Front

When graphing the inequality k - 13 > -51, what is the first step?

Back

Add 13 to both sides to isolate k.

Front

What is the solution to the inequality x - 7 ≥ 4?

Back

x ≥ 11.

Front

What type of circle is used when graphing 'at most' inequalities?

Back

Closed circle.

Front

What does the inequality h ≥ 48 represent in a real-world context?

Back

You must be at least 48 inches tall to ride the bumper cars.

Front

How do you graph the inequality x < 6?

Back

Draw an open circle at 6 and shade to the left.

Front

What does the inequality k - 13 > -51 simplify to?

Back

k > -38.