Quick Systems Vocab Practice

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What is a system of equations?

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A set of two or more equations with the same variables.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What does it mean if a system of equations has no solution?

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The lines representing the equations are parallel and never intersect.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8A

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What does it mean if a system of equations has infinitely many solutions?

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The lines representing the equations are the same and overlap at all points.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8A

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What is the graphical representation of a system of equations?

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The graphical representation consists of lines or curves plotted on a coordinate plane.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What is the first step in solving a system of equations by elimination?

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Identify which variable to eliminate and manipulate the equations accordingly.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What is the elimination method in solving systems of equations?

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A method that involves adding or subtracting equations to eliminate one variable.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

CCSS.HSA.REI.C.6

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What is the substitution method in solving systems of equations?

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A method where one equation is solved for one variable, and that expression is substituted into the other equation.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

CCSS.HSA.REI.C.6

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What does it mean for two lines to be coincident?

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Two lines are coincident if they lie on top of each other, representing infinitely many solutions.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8A

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How can you determine the number of solutions in a system of equations?

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By analyzing the slopes and y-intercepts of the lines represented by the equations.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What is the solution to a system of equations?

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The point(s) where the equations intersect, representing the values of the variables.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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