Write an inequality from a number line
An open circle means the number itself is not a solution. The arrow points toward the solutions.
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A number line has an open circle at 5 and the arrow points to the right. Which sign completes the inequality? h ___ 5
Answer: >
A number line has an open circle at 9 and the arrow points to the left. Which sign completes the inequality? x ___ 9
Answer: <
A number line has an open circle at 9 and the arrow points to the left. Which sign completes the inequality? n ___ 9
Answer: <
Tip: An open circle means the number itself is not a solution. The arrow points toward the solutions.
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