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0580/12 May/Jun 2026, Question 20: Linear Inequalities

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 12 (Core) · Non-calculator · 2 marks

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The question, in short

From a number line marked for x, state the inequality shown by an open circle at −4 and a solid circle at 5, joined by a line.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 1Open circle at −4 means −4 is not included: −4 < x
  2. 2Filled circle at 5 means 5 is included: x ≤ 5
  3. 3−4 < x ≤ 5

Answer−4 < x ≤ 5

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