LaTeX Less Than or Equal (≤) - Complete Guide

The less than or equal symbol (≤) denotes non-strict inequality.

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≤

Less Than or Equal

LaTeX Code

No package required

Recommended
\leq

Less than or equal to

No package required

Recommended
\le

Alternative less or equal

What is the LaTeX Less Than or Equal?

Used to indicate that one quantity is less than or equal to another.

How to Use Less Than or Equal in LaTeX

Method 1: Using \leq

✅No package required

Less than or equal to

Example: Using \leq

latex
\documentclass{article}

\begin{document}

% Using the Less Than or Equal
Text with \leq

\end{document}

Method 2: Using \le

✅No package required

Alternative less or equal

Example: Using \le

latex
\documentclass{article}

\begin{document}

% Using the Less Than or Equal
Text with \le

\end{document}

Common Use Cases

The Less Than or Equal symbol is commonly used in the following contexts:

Inequality

Upper bound constraint.

Code

$x \leq 10$

Output

x ≤ 10

Complete Examples

Upper Bound

Less than or equal constraint

latex
\documentclass{article}
\begin{document}

For all valid inputs where $n \leq 100$, the algorithm terminates.

\end{document}

Frequently Asked Questions about Less Than or Equal (≤)

Which LaTeX code should I use for Less Than or Equal?

For the Less Than or Equal symbol (≤), we recommend using the method marked as "Recommended" above. However, the best method depends on your specific needs:

  • \leq: Less than or equal to
  • \le: Alternative less or equal

Where can I use the Less Than or Equal symbol?

The Less Than or Equal symbol (≤) is typically used:

  • In mathematical equations (math mode)
  • In regular text (if supported)
  • In various LaTeX environments

Can I use the Less Than or Equal symbol in display mode?

Yes, the Less Than or Equal symbol (≤) works in display mode (between $$ $$). This allows you to render the symbol on its own line with better visibility.

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