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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that shows the relationship between two expressions that are not equal. It uses symbols like >, <, ≥, and ≤.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How do you represent a situation with an inequality?

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You can represent a situation with an inequality by identifying the quantities involved and the relationship between them, then using inequality symbols to express that relationship.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'. It indicates that the value on the left side of the symbol is larger than the value on the right side.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'. It indicates that the value on the left side of the symbol is smaller than the value on the right side.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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

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The symbol '≥' means 'greater than or equal to'. It indicates that the value on the left side is either larger than or equal to the value on the right side.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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

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The symbol '≤' means 'less than or equal to'. It indicates that the value on the left side is either smaller than or equal to the value on the right side.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How do you solve the equation 2x + 3 = 9?

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To solve for x, subtract 3 from both sides to get 2x = 6, then divide both sides by 2 to find x = 3.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is the first step in solving an inequality?

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The first step in solving an inequality is to isolate the variable on one side of the inequality sign.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How can you check if a solution to an inequality is correct?

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You can check if a solution is correct by substituting the value back into the original inequality and verifying if the statement holds true.

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What is the solution to the inequality 2x - 4 > 12?

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To solve, add 4 to both sides to get 2x > 16, then divide by 2 to find x > 8.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8