Linear inequalities in context
I can construct and solve linear inequalities from context.
Linear inequalities in context
I can construct and solve linear inequalities from context.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Inequalities are very common in real life
- They are used when a constraint is needed
- An example could be ensuring you do not exceed your budget for the week
Keywords
Inequality - An inequality is used to show that one expression may not be equal to another.
Common misconception
Incorrectly interpreting inequalities due to the phrasing in English.
It can be helpful to think about the context when interpreting the phrasing. If a speed limit of 30 mph, would it be acceptable to do more than 30 mph? Is the car allowed to travel at a lower speed at any point?
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions
$$x>15$$ -
Values more than 15
$$x \ge 15$$ -
Values at least 15
$$x<15$$ -
Values under 15
$$x \le 15$$ -
Values which are 15 at most