Inequality Word Problems Worksheets

Before you begin

Use signed arithmetic, substitute values and read expressions with variables.

Worked example

You have $67. After paying a $4 fee, each item costs $7. What is the greatest whole number of items you can buy?

1. Subtract the fixed fee from the budget.
2. Divide the remaining budget by the item price.

Answer: 9

Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.

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These sets use the same exercise types and number ranges across level labels. Choose a fresh set for additional practice.

• Easy: Start with the preview and follow the worked example.
• Medium: Practice the same exercise types with a fresh numbered set.
• Hard: Use another set to practice explaining and checking your answers.

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