Inequalities and Graphing Concepts

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What is an inequality?

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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 '≥' mean?

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

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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'>' means 'greater than'. It indicates that the value on the left is strictly greater than the value on the right.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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'<' means 'less than'. It indicates that the value on the left is strictly less than the value on the right.

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What does the symbol '≤' mean?

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

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How do you represent the age requirement for a driver's permit as an inequality?

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When do you use an open circle on a graph for an inequality?

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An open circle is used when the inequality is '>' or '<', indicating that the endpoint is not included.

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When do you use a closed circle on a graph for an inequality?

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A closed circle is used when the inequality is '≥' or '≤', indicating that the endpoint is included.