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UNEQUAL

Unequal

Definition Of Unequal

Two quantities q 1 and q 2 are said to be unequal if they are different in amount or not equal and it is represented as q1 ≠ q2

Examples of Unequal

Definition of Unequal

In the given circle, there are 3 parts and all the parts are different in size.
So, the circle is divided into 3 unequal parts
5450 ≠ 5000+400+5

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Solved Example on Unequal

Ques: Which of the following numbers is unequal?

Choices:

A. 3596 and 3000+500+90+6
B. 4672 and 4000+600+700+2
C. 2720 and 2000+700+20
D. 5565 and 5000+500+60+5

Solution:

Step 1: 3596 and 3000+500+90+6 are equal as 3000+500+90+6=3596
Step 2: 4672 and 4000+600+700+2 are unequal as 4000+600+700+2 = 5302
Step 3: 2720 and 2000+700+20 are equal as 2000+700+20 = 2720
Step 4: 5565 and 5000+500+60+5 are equal as 5000+500+60+5 =5565
Step 5: Hence the number 4672 and 4000+600+700+2 are unequal

Quick Summary

  • Unequal means 'not equal'.
  • The symbol '≠' is used to show that two values are unequal.
  • Quantities can be unequal in size, amount, or value.
\[ q_1 \neq q_2 \]

🍎 Teacher Insights

Use visual aids and manipulatives to demonstrate unequal quantities. Provide real-world examples, like different sized portions of food, to help students grasp the concept. Emphasize the importance of careful observation and comparison.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction)
  • Number recognition
  • Understanding of 'equal' (=) symbol

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: Which of the following shows unequal quantities?

Q2: Which statement is true?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does the symbol '≠' mean?
A: The symbol '≠' means 'is not equal to' or 'is unequal to'.

Q: Can unequal things be similar in other ways?
A: Yes, unequal things are just different in amount or value. They can still share other characteristics or properties.

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