Solving Two Step Inequalities

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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 typically involves addition or subtraction followed by multiplication or division.

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What does the symbol '>' mean in inequalities?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than'. It indicates that the value on the left is larger than the value on the right.

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What does the symbol '≥' mean in inequalities?

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

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What is the difference between strict and non-strict inequalities?

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Strict inequalities use '>' or '<', while non-strict inequalities use '≥' or '≤'. Strict inequalities do not include the boundary value.

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What is the first step in solving a two-step inequality?

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The first step is usually to isolate the term with the variable by performing the opposite operation (addition/subtraction) on both sides.