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Inequalities and Symbols Introduction

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Inequalities and Symbols Introduction

Mathematical symbols and inequality signs

📚 Part 1: Understanding Inequality Symbols

1. Match each symbol with its correct meaning by circling the right answer:

>

less than

greater than

equal to

greater than or equal to

less than or equal to

not equal to

2. Which of these statements use inequalities? (Check all that apply)

You must be at least 18 years old to vote

The temperature is exactly 25°C

Speed limit is 60 kilometres per hour

You need more than $20 to buy lunch

3. Circle whether each expression is an equation or inequality:

x + 5 = 12     Equation  /  Inequality

y > 8     Equation  /  Inequality

3m ≤ 15     Equation  /  Inequality

✏️ Part 2: Writing Inequalities from Words

4. Write an inequality for each statement. Use the variable given in brackets.

a) Sarah's age is less than 16 years old. (Use s for Sarah's age)

Answer: ________________

b) The temperature must be at least 30°C. (Use t for temperature)

Answer: ________________

c) You need more than $50 to buy the game. (Use m for money)

Answer: ________________

d) The maximum weight allowed is 20 kilograms. (Use w for weight)

Answer: ________________

5. Explain in your own words: What is the difference between an equation and an inequality?

🌟 Part 3: Challenge Questions

6. Create your own real-life example for each inequality symbol:

Write a sentence using "greater than" (>):

Write a sentence using "less than or equal to" (≤):

7. Extension: Look at this compound inequality: 5 ≤ x < 10

What does this mean in words?

8. Reflection: Write one thing you learned about inequalities today:

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