Mathematics Grade 9 15 min

Linear inequalities: word problems

Linear inequalities: word problems

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Leo needs to score at least 10 points. He has 4. How many more points, p, does he need?

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An elevator can hold at most 200 kg. A person weighing 60 kg gets in. How much more weight, w, can it hold?

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To qualify, you need more than 5 hours of practice. You've done 2. How many more hours, h, are needed?

Sample Practice Questions

Easy
Mia needs at least 15 shells for her project. She has 8. How many more shells, s, does she need?
0.s ≥ 7
1.s ≤ 7
2.s > 7
3.s = 7
Easy
A cup holds at most 8 ounces of water. It already has 3 ounces. How many more ounces, x, can be added?
0.x ≥ 5
1.x ≤ 5
2.x < 5
3.x = 5
Easy
To win the game, your score must be more than 20. You have 12 points. How many more points, p, do you need?
0.p > 8
1.p < 8
2.p ≥ 8
3.p = 8

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