Number Lines: Problem Solving & Reasoning

Mathematics
GCSE Higher
17 questions
~34 mins
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A worksheet focusing on number line representations of linear inequalities, designed to develop problem solving and reasoning skills for GCSE Higher students.

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Number Lines: Problem Solving & Reasoning

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Grade GCSE Higher
A

Fluency & Practice

Answer all questions. Show your working in the grid spaces provided.
1.
Plot the solution set of the inequality x > 3 on the number line.
[3 marks]
2.
Represent the inequality x ≤ -2 on the number line.
[3 marks]
3.
Plot the solution to 4 ≤ x < 7 on the number line.
[4 marks]
4.
Plot the solution set of x ≠ 0 on the number line.
[3 marks]
B

Problem Solving & Reasoning

Answer all questions with explanations where appropriate.
1.
Given that x > 2 and x < 6, represent the solution set on a number line and explain your reasoning.
[4 marks]
2.
If x ≤ -1 or x ≥ 4, draw and describe the solution set on the number line.
[4 marks]
3.
Solve the inequality 3x - 2 ≤ 7 and represent the solution on a number line.
[3 marks]
4.
Determine the set of x satisfying -4 < x + 1 ≤ 2 and show this on the number line.
[4 marks]
5.
Explain how you would represent the inequality x ≠ 3 on a number line.
[3 marks]
C

Real-world Applications

Answer the questions based on the scenarios provided.
1.
A bus fare is free for children aged less than 12. Represent this age restriction on a number line.
[3 marks]
2.
A factory produces items with a maximum weight limit of 50 kg. Show this limit on a number line.
[3 marks]
D

Challenge & Extension

Tackle these advanced problems. Show detailed reasoning.
1.
Solve for x in the compound inequality: 1 < 2x + 3 < 7, and illustrate the solution on the number line.
[4 marks]
2.
Construct and describe the set of solutions for the inequality |x - 4| > 2 on the number line.
[4 marks]
E

Mixed Review

Answer a variety of question types on number lines.
1.
Plot the solution for x ≥ -3 and x < 2 on the number line.
[3 marks]
2.
Represent the inequality x ≠ 5 on a number line.
[3 marks]
F

Error Analysis

Review these common mistakes and identify what is wrong.
1.
A student plots x > 4 as a closed circle at 4 shading to the right. Is this correct? Explain and correct if necessary.
[3 marks]
2.
A student represents x ≤ -2 with an open circle. Is this correct? Why or why not?
[3 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
Updated
1/1/2026
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