To graph an inequality on a number line, you first need solid number line basics — knowing where numbers sit and which way is bigger. Warm up the number line and comparing numbers, and graphing inequalities is just shading the right direction.
These are words you'll need to already know to follow this lesson — not the new words the lesson teaches. Review each one, its meaning, and the example so the new lesson makes sense from the start.
Level 1 A straight line with numbers placed in order.
Example: On a line, 0, 1, 2, 3 go from left to right.
Level 1 Numbers lined up from smallest to biggest.
Example: In order: 2, 4, 6 get bigger to the right.
Level 1 To tell which number is bigger or smaller.
Example: Compare 4 and 9: 4 is to the left, so 4 is smaller.
These check the skills you'll need for this lesson — not the new lesson itself. Answer all 3, then press Show my path. No grade — it just suggests where to start.
1. On a number line, which number is farther right?
2. Numbers on a number line get bigger as you move…
3. Which symbol is true? 4 ___ 9
Vocabulary previewed and basics checked. Time to start the lesson.
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