Solving Inequalities

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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 inequality symbol for 'greater than'?

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>

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What is the inequality symbol for 'less than or equal to'?

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≤

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Divide both sides by 2 to isolate x.

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What happens to the inequality sign when you multiply or divide by a negative number?

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The inequality sign flips (changes direction).

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All numbers to the left of 5, not including 5 itself.

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A solid dot at 2 and a line extending to the right.

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