Systems of Equations: Graphing

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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.

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What does it mean to graph a system of equations?

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It means to plot the equations on a coordinate plane to find their intersection point(s).

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What is the solution to a system of equations?

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The point(s) where the graphs of the equations intersect.

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How can you determine if a system of equations has no solution?

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If the lines are parallel and never intersect.

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What does it mean if a system of equations has infinitely many solutions?

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The equations represent the same line, so every point on the line is a solution.

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What is the substitution method in solving systems of equations?

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A method where you solve one equation for one variable and substitute that expression into the other equation.

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What is the elimination method in solving systems of equations?

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A method where you add or subtract equations to eliminate one variable, making it easier to solve for the other.

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What is the graphical method of solving systems of equations?

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Plotting both equations on a graph and identifying the intersection point.

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What is the significance of the intersection point in a system of equations?

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It represents the solution to the system, indicating the values of the variables that satisfy both equations.

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What is a linear equation?

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An equation that forms a straight line when graphed, typically in the form y = mx + b.