Inequalities on a Number Line RESOURCE (FREE DOWNLOAD)

Inequalities on a Number Line

What is the resource?

This PDF shows how to represent inequalities (like x < 2) visually on a number line. It's ideal for students in elementary or middle school.

Why are inequalities on number lines important?

Inequalities are everywhere, often hidden in word problems:

• Budgets: Your allowance defines an inequality – your spending has a limit.
• Measurements: Heights, sizes, weights – we might specify minimums or maximums.
• Comparisons: 'Faster than', 'heavier than' – these often lead to inequalities.

Why is this resource helpful?

Number lines turn math into something students can see:

• Solid vs open circles: Visually shows include/exclude a specific number.
• Shaded regions: Highlights all the possible solutions within a range.
• Supports word problems: Helps translate worded constraints into a picture.
• Builds confidence: Offers a clearer way to tackle inequality questions.
• Printable PDF: Handy as a Review aid, classroom visual, or homework support.

This resource makes tricky inequalities more concrete. This lays a strong foundation for understanding more complex math problems.

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