Inequalities involve variables that can take on a range of values, and the relationship between the expressions is generally represented by symbols such as "<" (less than), ">" (greater than), "<=" (less than or equal to), or ">=" (greater than or equal to).
On the other hand, equations typically involve variables and constants, and they represent a specific point or value where the two expressions are equal. Equations are typically represented by an "=" sign.
For example, consider the inequality "x + 5 > 10". This represents that the expression "x + 5" is greater than the value 10. The variable x can take on a range of values that satisfy this inequality, such as x = 7, x = 8, x = 9, etc.
On the other hand, consider the equation "2x = 10". This equation represents that the expression "2x" is equal to the value 10. In this case, the variable x can only take on a specific value that satisfies this equation, which is x = 5.
A relationship between two expressions can be greater than, less than, or different from an equality, while an inequality can be greater than, less than, or different from an equality.
When it comes to equations, there are a finite number of solutions, while when it comes to inequalities, there are an infinite number.
A statement that is satisfied by a range of values is an inequality, while an equation represents a specific point or value.
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