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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions and shows that one is greater than, less than, greater than or equal to, or less than or equal to the other.

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What does the symbol '≤' represent in inequalities?

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

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What does the symbol '≥' represent in inequalities?

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

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What does the symbol '<' represent in inequalities?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '>' represent in inequalities?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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How do you express 'at least' in an inequality?

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'At least' is expressed using the '≥' symbol.

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How do you express 'fewer than' in an inequality?

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'Fewer than' is expressed using the '<' symbol.

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How do you express 'at most' in an inequality?

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'At most' is expressed using the '≤' symbol.

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What is the solution set of an inequality?

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The solution set of an inequality is the set of all values that satisfy the inequality.

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How can you graph an inequality on a number line?

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To graph an inequality on a number line, use an open circle for '<' or '>' and a closed circle for '≤' or '≥', then shade the appropriate direction.

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