Solving by Elimination

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What is the elimination method in solving systems of equations?

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

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How do you determine which variable to eliminate first?

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Choose the variable that can be easily eliminated by aligning coefficients through multiplication or direct addition/subtraction of the equations.

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

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The first step is to manipulate the equations, if necessary, to align the coefficients of one variable.

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(7, -1)

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(5, -8)

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

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It means that the lines represented by the equations are parallel and never intersect.

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(-4, 1)

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What is a consistent system of equations?

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A consistent system has at least one solution, meaning the lines intersect at one or more points.

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(-1, -5)

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What is an inconsistent system of equations?

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An inconsistent system has no solutions, indicating that the equations represent parallel lines.