IPMAT Inequalities Questions 2026
Inequalities are an important part of the IPMAT Quant section. These questions test how well you understand how to solve and work with inequalities, such as greater than ( > ), less than ( < ), greater than or equal to ( ≥ ), and less than or equal to ( ≤ ).
Inequality questions may be simple to solve or part of word problems. If you understand the basic rules and know how to handle inequalities, these questions will be easier for you.
In this post, you’ll find key rules, practice questions with answers, and extra questions to solve on your own. You'll also learn about common mistakes and tips to save time in the exam.
Important Rules for IPMAT Inequalities Questions
You only need a few simple rules to solve most inequalities in IPMAT 2026. These rules help you compare numbers and solve equations that include inequalities.
You can download the full rules PDF, but here are the most important ones:
Concept | Rule |
Solving Inequalities (One Variable) | If x+3>5x + 3 > 5x+3>5, subtract 3 from both sides: x>2x > 2x>2 |
Multiplying or Dividing by a Negative | If you multiply or divide by a negative number, flip the inequality sign. Example: If −2x<6-2x < 6−2x<6, then x>−3x > -3x>−3. |
Addition/Subtraction Method | You can add or subtract the same number from both sides of the inequality without changing the direction of the inequality. |
Graphing Inequalities | Use open circles for <<< and >>>, and closed circles for ≤\leq≤ and ≥\geq≥. |
Compound Inequalities | Combine two inequalities, like 3<x≤53 < x \leq 53<x≤5, to represent a range of values. |
These rules help you solve basic inequalities and word problems that involve comparing numbers.
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid in IPMAT Inequalities Questions
- Forgetting to flip the sign when multiplying or dividing by a negative number: Always remember to flip the inequality sign when you multiply or divide by a negative number.
- Not checking your answer: After solving, check if the values you found satisfy the inequality.
- Ignoring compound inequalities: When you have more than one inequality, solve them carefully to find the range of possible values.
- Not reading the inequality correctly: Be sure to understand if the inequality uses >>>, <<<, ≥\geq≥, or ≤\leq≤, as this affects the solution.
- Not graphing the solution properly: When graphing your solution, use open or closed circles based on whether the inequality includes or excludes the number.
List of IPMAT Inequalities Practice Questions
Here is a set of practice questions on inequalities. These questions cover solving simple inequalities, working with compound inequalities, and word problems. Regular practice will help you feel more confident and faster in the exam.
Question 1
The length of the line segment joining the two intersection points of the curves $$y = 4970 - |x|$$ and $$y = x^{2}$$ is_________.
correct answer:- 140
Question 2
Given that
$$f(x)=|x|+2|x−1|+|x−2|+|x−4|+|x−6|+2|x−10|$$, $$x \epsilon (-\infty, \infty)$$
the minimum value of f(x) is _________.
correct answer:- 26
Question 3
The set of all possible values of f(x) for which $$(81)^{x} + (81)^{(f(x)} = 3$$ is
correct answer:- 3
Question 4
The sum of the squares of all the roots of the equation $$x^{2} + |x + 4| + |x − 4| − 35 = 0$$ is
correct answer:- 3
Question 5
For a > b > c > 0, the minimum value of the function f(x) = |x - a| + |x - b| + |x - c| is
correct answer:- 4
Question 6
The set of all real values of x satisfying the inequality $$\frac{x^{2}(x + 1)}{(x - 1)(2x + 1)^{3}}> 0$$ is
correct answer:- 1
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Question 7
Statements:
$$M = V; R \geq S; V < S; M > A; R \leq U$$
Conclusions:
I. $$U > S$$
II. $$R = S$$
III. $$R > S$$
correct answer:- 4
Question 8
If $$\mid x + 1 \mid + (y + 2)^2 = 0$$ and $$ax - 3ay = 1$$, Then the value of a is
correct answer:- 1
Question 9
The number of solutions of the equation $$x_1 + x_2 + x_3 + x_4 = 50$$, where $$x_1 , x_2 , x_3 , x_4$$ are integers with $$x_1 \geq1, x_2 \geq 2, x_3 \geq 0, x_4 \geq 0$$ is
correct answer:- 3
Question 10
The set of values of x which satisfy the inequality $$0.7^{2x^{2}-3x+4} < 0.343$$ is
correct answer:- 4
Question 11
The number of pairs (x, y) of integers satisfying the inequality $$\mid x - 5 \mid + \mid y - 5 \mid \leq 6$$ is:
correct answer:- 85
Question 12
If |x|<100 and |y|<100, then the number of integer solutions of (x, y) satisfying the equation 4x + 7y = 3 is
correct answer:- 29
Question 13
If a, b, c are real numbers $$a^{2} + b^{2} + c^{2} = 1$$, then the set of values $$ab+bc+ca$$ can take is:
correct answer:- 4
Question 14
The minimum value of $$f(x)=|3-x|+|2+x|+|5-x|$$ is equal to _____________.
correct answer:- 7
Question 15
Let [x] denote the greatest integer not exceeding x and {x} = x -[x].
If n is a natural number, then the sum of all values of x satisfying the equation 2[x] = x + n{x} is
correct answer:- 3
Question 16
For all real values of x, $$\dfrac{3x^{2} - 6x + 12}{x^{2} + 2x + 4}$$ lies between 1 and k, and does not take any value above k. Then k equals...........
correct answer:- 9
Question 17
If a, b, c are three distinct natural numbers, all less than 100, such that $$\mid a - b \mid + \mid b - c \mid = \mid c - a \mid$$, then the maximum possible value of b is ______
correct answer:- 98
Question 18
If minimum value of $$f(x) = x^{2} + 2bx + 2c^{2}$$ is greater than the maximum value of $$g(x) = - x^{2} - 2cx + b^{2}$$, then for real value of x.
correct answer:- 1
Question 19
The set of all real numbers x for which $$x^{2} - |x + 2 |+ x > 0$$, is
correct answer:- 2
Question 20
Given $$A =2^{65}$$ and $$B = (2^{64} + 2^{63} + 2^{62} + ... + 2^{0})$$, which of the following is true?
correct answer:- 4
Question 21
Consider the following statements:
(i) When 0 < x < 1, then $$\dfrac{1}{1+x} < 1 - x + x^{2}$$.
(ii) When 0 < x < 1, then $$\dfrac{1}{1+x} > 1 - x + x^{2}$$.
(iii) When -1 < x < 0, then $$\dfrac{1}{1+x} < 1 - x + x^{2}$$.
(iv) When -1 < x < 0, then $$\dfrac{1}{1+x} > 1 - x + x^{2}$$.
correct answer:- 3
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Question 22
Statements:
$$A < P = C \geq D; S > U \leq B < A; C < Q > S \geq V$$
Conclusions:
I. $$U > V$$
II. $$B < C$$
III. $$Q > D$$
correct answer:- 4
Question 23
The total number of positive integer solutions of $$21 \leq a + b + c \leq 25$$ is __________.
correct answer:- 1160
Question 24
If x ∈ (a, b) satisfies the inequality, $$\dfrac{x-3}{x^2+3x+2}\ge1$$ then the largest possible value of b - a is
correct answer:- 2
Question 25
For some non-zero real values of $$a, b$$ and $$c$$, it is given that $$\mid \frac{c}{a} \mid = 4, \mid \frac{a}{b} \mid = \frac{1}{3}$$ and $$\frac{b}{c} = -\frac{3}{4}$$. If $$ac > 0$$, then $$\left(\frac{b + c}{a}\right)$$
correct answer:- 1
Question 26
The area enclosed by $$2|x| + 3|y| \leq 6$$ is____________ sq. units
correct answer:- 12
Question 27
The inequality $$\log_{2} \frac{3x - 1}{2 - x} < 1$$ holds true for
correct answer:- 1
Considering given statements as true, select a logical conclusion based on the given statements.
Question 28
Statements:
Lady's Finger is tastier than cabbage
Cauliflower is tastier than Lady's Finger
Cabbage is not tastier than peas
correct answer:- 4
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