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Represent and interpret inequalities, including on a number line, using open circles for strict inequalities (<, >) and closed circles for inclusive inequalities (≤, ≥). Construct, solve, and interpret linear inequalities such as 3x < 2x + 4 and 3x - 2 < 7. Graphically represent and interpret linear inequalities in two variables, using broken lines for strict inequalities and solid lines for inclusive inequalities, with shading to indicate unwanted regions. List inequalities that define a specified region, excluding linear programming problems.

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Cambridge IGCSE MathematicsExtended Algebra and graphsSupplement content

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Represent and interpret inequalities, including on a number line, using open circles for strict inequalities (<, >) and closed circles for inclusive inequalities (≤, ≥). Construct, solve, and interpret linear inequalities such as 3x < 2x + 4 and 3x - 2 < 7. Graphically represent and interpret linear inequalities in two variables, using broken lines for strict inequalities and solid lines for inclusive inequalities, with shading to indicate unwanted regions. List inequalities that define a specified region, excluding linear programming problems

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  • You need to be able to represent and interpret inequalities, including on a number line, using open circles for strict inequalities (<, >) and closed circles for inclusive inequalities (≤, ≥). Construct, solve, and interpret linear inequalities such as 3x < 2x + 4 and 3x - 2 < 7. Graphically represent and interpret linear inequalities in two variables, using broken lines for strict inequalities and solid lines for inclusive inequalities, with shading to indicate unwanted regions. List inequalities that define a specified region, excluding linear programming problems.
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Linear Inequality

Solve the inequality 3x - 2 < 7 and represent the solution on a number line.

  1. a

    Calculate Find the solution set for the inequality 3x - 2 < 7.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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  2. b

    Construct Draw a number line showing the solution to the inequality.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]
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