Inequalities Flashcard: Part 1

Front

What does the symbol '≥' mean?

Back

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

Front

What does the symbol '>' represent?

Back

The symbol '>' represents 'greater than'.

Front

If the inequality is x ≥ 15, how should the circle be represented on a graph?

Back

The circle should be closed because the value 15 is included.

Front

In the inequality 5 ≥ x, will the circle be colored in?

Back

Yes, the circle will be colored in because x can equal 5.

Front

What does an open circle indicate in graphing inequalities?

Back

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

Front

What does a closed circle indicate in graphing inequalities?

Back

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

Front

Which symbol means 'less than'?

Back

The symbol '<' means 'less than'.

Front

Which symbol means 'less than or equal to'?

Back

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

Front

If x < 10, what does this mean?

Back

This means that x can be any number less than 10, but not 10 itself.

Front

How would you graph the inequality x > 3?

Back

You would use an open circle at 3 and shade to the right.