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Linear Inequalities
Background How do you graph x < 1 on the number line?
Background On the coordinate plane, x < 1 is graphed like this:
Background For inequalities on the coordinate plane: < & > are represented with a dashed line ≤ & ≥ are represented with a solid line (non-dashed line)
x without y x > # x ≤ #
y without x y > # y ≤ #
Linear Inequalities Make sure the inequality is in slope intercept form.  All the rules you know about inequalities apply here: If you multiply or divide by a negative number you have to flip the sign.
Linear Inequalities After the equation is in slope intercept form, graph the line.  Use a dashed line if the sign is < or >.  The big thing is, understanding where to shade.  The sign helps you know where to shade.
Linear Inequalities y > will be shaded toward the top of the graph
Linear Inequalities y < will be shaded toward the bottom of the graph
Linear Inequalities y < will be shaded toward the bottom of the graph
Linear Inequalities Since every graph lays on the coordinate plane differently, toward the top and toward the bottom is a bit subjective.  The best way to get a good feel for it is to work a lot of problems.

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