Solving Inequalities

Solving inequalities is not very different from solving equations. Most of the same rules apply. There is one very important rule that must be remembered when solving inequalities. Whenever you multiply or divide the inequality by a negative number, you must switch the nature of the inequality sign. Following this rule will help to ensure you get the correct answer.

In checking solutions to inequalities, think about picking a number that makes it quick and simple to check. For example, if the solution to the inequality states " y < 5 ", I would let y = 0 in my check step, as 0 is a very easy number to compute with.

Tonight's homework is to solve and check the ten inequalities on the worksheet that was distributed during class.