One-step inequalities with positive numbers
Solve like an equation. If you multiply or divide by a negative number, flip the sign. Write the sign and the number.
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Solve: 7x < 56. Write the answer as x < a number or x > a number.
Answer: Sign (< or >): <; Number: 8
Solve: x ÷ 5 > 1. Write the answer as x < a number or x > a number.
Answer: Sign (< or >): >; Number: 5
Solve: x ÷ 2 > 5. Write the answer as x < a number or x > a number.
Answer: Sign (< or >): >; Number: 10
Tip: Solve like an equation. If you multiply or divide by a negative number, flip the sign. Write the sign and the number.
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