Two Step Inequality Word Problems

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What is a two-step inequality?

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A two-step inequality is an inequality that requires two operations to isolate the variable. It often involves addition or subtraction followed by multiplication or division.

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How do you write an inequality for a word problem?

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Identify the variable, determine the relationship (greater than, less than, etc.), and translate the words into a mathematical expression.

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What does the symbol '≥' mean?

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

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What does the symbol '≤' mean?

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

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How do you solve a two-step inequality?

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1. Use addition or subtraction to isolate the term with the variable. 2. Use multiplication or division to solve for the variable.

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What is the first step in solving the inequality 0.04x + 300 ≥ 550?

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Subtract 300 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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If Griffin earns a weekly salary of $300 and wants to make at least $550, what is the inequality representing his sales?

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0.04x + 300 ≥ 550.

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In the problem about Elliott, what is the total cost of one adult and one child ticket?

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The total cost is $9.75 + $6.25 = $16.00.

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What is the maximum number of child tickets Elliott can buy with $50 after buying one adult ticket?

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Elliott can buy 5 child tickets.

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What is the inequality for Aaron's savings to buy headphones?

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14x + 30 ≥ 240.