Systems of Inequalities

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What is a system of inequalities?

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A system of inequalities is a set of two or more inequalities that share the same variables. The solution is the set of all points that satisfy all inequalities in the system.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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How do you graph a linear inequality?

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To graph a linear inequality, first graph the corresponding equation as a line. Use a dashed line for < or > and a solid line for ≤ or ≥. Then shade the region that satisfies the inequality.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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What does it mean for a point to be a solution to a system of inequalities?

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A point is a solution to a system of inequalities if it satisfies all inequalities in the system, meaning it lies in the shaded region of the graph.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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How can you determine if a point is a solution to a system of inequalities?

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Substitute the coordinates of the point into each inequality. If the point satisfies all inequalities, it is a solution.

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What is the significance of the feasible region in a system of inequalities?

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The feasible region is the area on the graph where all inequalities overlap. It represents all possible solutions to the system.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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What is the difference between a solid line and a dashed line when graphing inequalities?

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A solid line indicates that points on the line are included in the solution (≤ or ≥), while a dashed line indicates that points on the line are not included (< or >).

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

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How do you find the area of a rectangle given its perimeter and a relationship between length and width?

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Use the perimeter formula (P = 2L + 2W) and the relationship (L = 3W) to set up equations. Solve for W, then find L, and finally calculate the area (A = L * W).

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What is the perimeter of a rectangle?

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The perimeter of a rectangle is the total distance around the rectangle, calculated as P = 2L + 2W, where L is the length and W is the width.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.3

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How do you solve a word problem involving a system of equations?

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Identify the variables, set up equations based on the problem's information, and solve the system using substitution or elimination.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8C

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What is the relationship between the number of legs and animals in a word problem?

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In problems involving animals, each type of animal has a specific number of legs (e.g., horses have 4 legs, chickens have 2). Use this information to set up equations.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A