2-Step Inequalities

Front

What happens to the inequality symbol when you multiply or divide both sides by a negative number?

Back

You flip the inequality symbol.

Front

Solve the inequality: -4x + 14 ≤ 54

Back

x ≥ -10

Front

Solve the inequality: 4x - 2 ≤ -22

Back

x ≤ -5

Front

Back

x < -20

Front

Solve for k: 7k - 2 ≥ -9

Back

k ≥ -1

Front

What is an inequality?

Back

An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions using inequality symbols (>, <, ≥, ≤).

Front

What does the symbol '≤' mean?

Back

It means 'less than or equal to'.

Front

What does the symbol '≥' mean?

Back

It means 'greater than or equal to'.

Front

What is the first step in solving a 2-step inequality?

Back

Isolate the variable term by adding or subtracting.

Front

What is the second step in solving a 2-step inequality?

Back

Divide or multiply to solve for the variable.