Young mathematicians extend their knowledge of rational numbers on a number line to graph inequalities by first using number cards to compare rational numbers. They finish by using similar reasoning to graph inequalities on a number line.

Concepts

inequalities, graphing inequalities, solution set, greater than, less than, number lines

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Create a flowchart describing steps to graph inequalities

Classroom Considerations

• Requires number line markers such as counters or bits of paper
• Learners should have familiarity with inequalities

Pros

• Provides number lines on a worksheet

Cons

• Standards are not up to date

Common Core

6.EE.B.8