7.EE.4 Inequalities 7th Grade

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What is an inequality?

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

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What does the symbol '>' mean in an inequality?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean in an inequality?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '≥' mean in an inequality?

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

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What does the symbol '≤' mean in an inequality?

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

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How do you solve the inequality 7n + 2 > 16?

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Subtract 2 from both sides to get 7n > 14, then divide by 7 to find n > 2.

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When solving inequalities, when do you flip the inequality sign?

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You flip the inequality sign when you multiply or divide both sides by a negative number.

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What is the solution to the inequality 3 > 2 + k?

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The solution is k < 1.

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How can you represent the solution of an inequality on a number line?

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You can represent the solution by shading the region of the number line that satisfies the inequality and using an open or closed dot to indicate whether the endpoint is included.

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What is a compound inequality?

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A compound inequality is two inequalities joined by 'and' or 'or'.