One Step Inequalities

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What is an inequality?

Back

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 an inequality?

Back

'≤' means 'less than or equal to'.

Front

How do you solve the inequality x + 5 ≤ 13?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides to get x ≤ 8.

Front

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

Back

'≥' means 'greater than or equal to'.

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If a student must be at least 15 years old to obtain a driver’s permit, how is this represented in an inequality?

Back

x ≥ 15, where x is the age of the student.

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What is the solution to the inequality 6 > x?

Back

The solution is x < 6.

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How do you solve the inequality k/-12 ≤ -7?

Back

Multiply both sides by -12 (remember to reverse the inequality sign) to get k ≥ 84.

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What is the maximum speed limit represented as an inequality if it is 55?

Back

s ≤ 55, where s is the speed of the vehicle.

Front

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

Back

'>' means 'greater than'.

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What is the first step in solving a one-step inequality?

Back

Identify the operation being performed on the variable and perform the inverse operation.