Inequality Symbols Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the symbol '=' represent?

is less than

is greater than

is smaller than

equal to (correct)

What does the symbol '<' represent?

equal to

not smaller than

is greater than

is less than (correct)

What does the symbol '>' mean?

is lesser than

is greater than (correct)

is not less than

is equal to

What does the symbol '≥' mean?

<p>not smaller than</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the symbol '≤' mean?

<p>no more than</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Inequality Symbols

The equal sign (=) denotes equality in value or amount.
The less than sign (<) indicates that one value is smaller than another.
The less than sign can also express a position "below" in a given context.
Variants of the less than sign reinforce the notion of being "less than" a specified threshold.
The greater than sign (>) shows that one value exceeds another.
The greater than sign can also be interpreted as "more than" when comparing quantities.
Similar variations of the greater than sign imply being "above" a certain point.
Notable synonym includes "is larger than" when discussing comparative sizes.
The greater than or equal to sign (≥) communicates that a value is not smaller than the threshold.
It can also be described as "at least," establishing a minimum requirement.
Minimum criteria are set by the greater than or equal to sign, indicating a baseline.
Variations highlight that a value "is not less than" another defined value.
The less than or equal to sign (≤) conveys the concept of a maximum limit.
It can be interpreted as "at most," suggesting a ceiling beyond which values cannot rise.
The "no more than" phrasing emphasizes restrictions on values not exceeding a specified maximum.
This sign also indicates that a value "is not greater than" the defined limit.
The greater than sign serves as a straightforward indicator of being "greater than" another value.

Description

This quiz offers flashcards that help you learn and understand various inequality symbols, including 'equal to,' 'less than,' and 'greater than.' Each card presents the symbol along with its definition, making it an excellent resource for mastering the fundamentals of inequalities in mathematics.