Writing Systems of Equations Through Word Problems

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What is a system of equations?

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A system of equations is a set of two or more equations with the same variables. The solution is the point(s) where the equations intersect.

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How do you represent a word problem as a system of equations?

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Identify the variables, translate the relationships and conditions into equations, and set them equal to each other.

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What does it mean for two lines to intersect on a graph?

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It means that the two equations have a common solution, which is the point where both equations are true.

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What is the significance of the point (3, 19) in the context of the problem?

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It represents the number of items sold by both Lisa and Tammy when they have earned the same amount.

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How can you determine the solution to a system of equations graphically?

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By plotting both equations on the same graph and identifying the point where they intersect.

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What is the slope-intercept form of a linear equation?

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The slope-intercept form is y = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.

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What does the slope of a line represent in a real-world context?

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The slope represents the rate of change, such as how many items are sold per hour.

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What is the y-intercept in a graph?

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The y-intercept is the point where the line crosses the y-axis, indicating the value of y when x is 0.

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How do you find the solution to a system of equations algebraically?

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You can use methods such as substitution, elimination, or matrix operations to find the values of the variables.

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem presented in the form of a narrative, requiring interpretation and translation into equations.