Systems of Equations Word Problems

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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 that are solved together.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

CCSS.HSA.REI.C.6

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What does it mean if a system of equations has one solution?

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The graphs of the equations intersect at exactly one point.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8A

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

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The graphs of 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 graphs of the equations are the same line, meaning they overlap completely.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8A

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What is the elimination method?

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A method for solving systems of equations by adding or subtracting equations to eliminate a variable.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

CCSS.HSA.REI.C.6

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What is the substitution method?

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A method for solving systems of equations by solving one equation for a variable and substituting that expression into the other equation.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

CCSS.HSA.REI.C.6

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What is the graphing method?

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A method for solving systems of equations by graphing the equations and identifying the point(s) of intersection.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What is a consistent system of equations?

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A system that has at least one solution.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What is an inconsistent system of equations?

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A system that has no solutions.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What is a dependent system of equations?

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A system that has infinitely many solutions.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B