1-Step Inequalities

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What is a 1-step inequality?

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A 1-step inequality is an inequality that can be solved in one step, typically involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What happens to the direction of the inequality when you divide by a negative number?

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When you divide or multiply both sides of an inequality by a negative number, you must switch the direction of the inequality.

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Solve the inequality: -2x ≤ 4

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x ≥ -2

Front

What inequality represents 'the band practice will be less than 45 minutes long'?

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p < 45

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When graphing an inequality, what does a closed dot indicate?

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A closed dot indicates that the number is included in the solution (used with ≤ or ≥).

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When graphing an inequality, what does an open dot indicate?

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An open dot indicates that the number is not included in the solution (used with < or >).

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Solve the inequality: y − 10 > 14

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y > 24

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What is the solution to the inequality: 3x + 5 < 14?

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x < 3.

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How do you represent 'at least' in an inequality?

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'At least' is represented by the symbol ≥.

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How do you represent 'no more than' in an inequality?

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'No more than' is represented by the symbol ≤.