One step inequalities

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions using symbols such as <, >, ≤, or ≥.

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What does the symbol '<' mean?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '>' mean?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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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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What does the symbol '≥' mean?

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

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How do you solve the inequality 8x < 48?

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Divide both sides by 8: x < 6.

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What is the solution to the inequality 15 > -5 + z?

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The solution is z < 20.

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When graphing the inequality b < 6, what type of circle is used?

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An open circle is used.

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What does an open circle on a number line indicate?

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An open circle indicates that the number is not included in the solution.

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What does a closed circle on a number line indicate?

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A closed circle indicates that the number is included in the solution.