Solving Inequalities

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What is an inequality?

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

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What does the symbol '≤' mean?

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

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What does the symbol '≥' mean?

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

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How do you solve the inequality -4x + 14 ≤ 54?

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x ≥ -10.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4B

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When solving inequalities, does the sign flip when multiplying or dividing by a negative number?

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Yes, the sign flips when multiplying or dividing by a negative number.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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Solve the inequality 5z - 2 - 2z < 13.

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z < 5.

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What does the inequality x ≥ -5 represent on a number line?

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It represents all numbers greater than or equal to -5.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What is the solution to the inequality 3(x - 2) < 2(x + 9)?

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x < 24.

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What is the first step in solving the inequality 8y < -40?

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Divide both sides by 8 to isolate y.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What does it mean if an inequality has no solution?

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It means there are no values that satisfy the inequality.