Real World Inequalities

Front

What does the inequality x ≥ 50 represent in the context of a stamp club membership?

Back

Students must have at least 50 stamps to be a member.

Front

What do the phrases 'at most' and 'no more than' indicate in terms of inequalities?

Back

They indicate the use of the inequality symbol ≤.

Front

What does the inequality x ≥ 90 signify for a student's math grade?

Back

A student needs a minimum grade of 90 to have an 'A'.

Front

If a sports car can fit no more than 4 people, what inequality represents this situation?

Back

x ≤ 4, meaning 4 or fewer people can fit.

Front

What does the inequality x ≥ 375 mean for a pizza oven's temperature?

Back

The pizza oven must be kept at a minimum temperature of 375 degrees.

Front

What is the meaning of the inequality symbol < ?

Back

It means 'less than'.

Front

What does the inequality symbol > represent?

Back

It means 'greater than'.

Front

How do you express 'at least' in terms of inequalities?

Back

It is expressed as ≥.

Front

What does the inequality x < 10 indicate?

Back

It indicates that x can be any number less than 10.

Front

If a student can miss no more than 3 classes, how is this represented?

Back

x ≤ 3, meaning the student can miss 3 or fewer classes.