Benchmark #2 Review

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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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What does it mean to solve a system of equations using elimination?

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It involves adding or subtracting equations to eliminate one variable, making it easier to solve for the other variable.

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What is the substitution method in solving systems of equations?

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It involves solving one equation for one variable and substituting that expression into the other equation.

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How do you check the solution of a system of equations?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equations to verify that both equations are satisfied.

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(0, -5)

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(10, 8)

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(8, 2)

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(3, 0)

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(2, -2)

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

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Align the equations so that like terms are in the same column.