SOLUTION: Inequalities of the form a < b and b > a are called strict Inequalities. Why does this mean? Inequalities of the form a < or = b or b > or a are called nonstrict Inequaliti

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Question 1198166: Inequalities of the form a < b and b > a are called strict Inequalities.
Why does this mean?
Inequalities of the form a < or = b or b > or a are called nonstrict Inequalities.
What does this mean?
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Answer by josgarithmetic(39630) About Me  (Show Source):
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The explanation is as you said. The explanation stands on its own.

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a%3Cb or b%3Ea
Strict inequality, because not including the "or equal to" part.

a%3C=b or b%3E=a
Inclusive inequality because the "or equal to" part is included.