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What is a linear inequality?

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A linear inequality is a mathematical statement that compares a linear expression to a value using inequality symbols (like <, >, ≤, or ≥).

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How do you solve a linear inequality?

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To solve a linear inequality, isolate the variable on one side of the inequality sign using inverse operations, similar to solving an equation.

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

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than' and 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 an inequality?

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The symbol '<' means 'less than' and indicates that the value on the left is smaller than the value on the right.

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

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

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

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The symbol '≤' means 'less than or equal to' and indicates that the value on the left is either smaller than or equal to the value on the right.

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Is -6 a solution to the inequality c + 7 < -2?

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Yes, -6 is a solution because when you substitute c with -6, the inequality holds true.

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What is the first step to solve the equation 3x - 5 = 7?

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Add 5 to both sides of the equation to isolate the term with x.

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What type of mathematical statement is 3x > 7?

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It is an inequality.

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What is the solution to the inequality x < 2?

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The solution includes all numbers less than 2.