Math Problem Statement

Which inequality does NOT represent the correct position of two numbers on a number line?

Solution

The problem asks which inequality does NOT represent the correct position of two numbers on a number line. Let's examine each option carefully:

  1. 212<722 \frac{1}{2} < \frac{7}{2}:

    • 2122 \frac{1}{2} is 52\frac{5}{2}, and comparing 52\frac{5}{2} with 72\frac{7}{2}, we see that 52<72\frac{5}{2} < \frac{7}{2} is true.
  2. 212<32-2 \frac{1}{2} < \frac{3}{2}:

    • 212-2 \frac{1}{2} is 52-\frac{5}{2}, and comparing 52-\frac{5}{2} with 32\frac{3}{2}, it is true that 52<32-\frac{5}{2} < \frac{3}{2}.
  3. 7.2<5-7.2 < -5:

    • This inequality is incorrect. On a number line, 7.2-7.2 is actually smaller than 5-5, so 7.2-7.2 should be less than 5-5. This statement would make the inequality incorrect.
  4. 34>34\frac{3}{4} > \frac{3}{4}:

    • This is incorrect because 34\frac{3}{4} cannot be greater than itself. 34=34\frac{3}{4} = \frac{3}{4}.

Conclusion:

The inequality that does not represent the correct position on a number line is 34>34\frac{3}{4} > \frac{3}{4}, so the answer is the last option.

Would you like more details or have any other questions?

Here are some related questions to explore:

  1. What is an inequality and how is it represented on a number line?
  2. How do you convert mixed numbers into improper fractions?
  3. What are some rules for comparing negative numbers on a number line?
  4. Can two numbers be equal and one be greater than the other?
  5. How are decimals compared in inequalities?

Tip: Always remember that a number cannot be greater than itself; it will either be equal or less, depending on the case.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Number Line
Inequalities
Fractions
Comparing Numbers

Formulas

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Theorems

Basic Inequality Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8