INB Page 65: 6.

1 Writing and Graphing Inequalities

Textbook Pages: p. 334 339

Definition: a statement that describes how two numbers are not equal; uses one of the
symbols , <, , >, .
Graphing inequalities shows all the possible solutions

Open circles represent NOT equal to

Closed circles represent equal to
arrows and shading represent numbers that are included in the solution
HELPFUL TIP: make sure variable is on the LEFT so you can graph it easier.
Remember: flip flop
o If you have to flip flop the sides of the inequality, you must flip flop
the inequality symbol!
o 3 is greater than n 3 > n
means
n is less than 3 n < 3

INB Page 66: 6.1/6.2 Solving Inequalities

Textbook pages: p. 334 345
Solve inequalities so that we know what range of numbers will make the inequality
true

Solved just like an equation

The Golden Rule of Inequalities:
o If you multiply or divide by a NEGATIVE number, you need to flip the
inequality symbol