Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

inequation

Noun

/ɪnɪˈkweɪʃən/

Definition

An inequation is a mathematical statement that shows the relationship between two expressions that are not necessarily equal, using inequality signs such as , ≤, or ≥.

Examples

The inequation x < 5 indicates that x is any number less than 5.
To solve the inequation 2x + 1 ≥ 7, first subtract 1 from both sides.

Meaning

Inequations are used to express conditions where one quantity is less than, greater than, less than or equal to, or greater than or equal to another quantity.