STAAR 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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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

CCSS.HSA.REI.C.6

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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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CCSS.8.EE.C.8A

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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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CCSS.8.EE.B.6

CCSS.8.F.A.3

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How do you determine if two lines are parallel?

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Two lines are parallel if they have the same slope but different y-intercepts.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.6

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What is an inequality?

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An inequality is a mathematical statement that compares two expressions, showing that one is less than, greater than, or not equal to the other.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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How do you solve an inequality?

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To solve an inequality, isolate the variable on one side using inverse operations, similar to solving an equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.8

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What does the term 'solution' refer to in the context of equations?

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A solution is a value or set of values that make an equation true.

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What is the significance of the point (0, b) in a linear equation?

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The point (0, b) represents the y-intercept of the line, where the line crosses the y-axis.

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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7A

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What does 'HOY' stand for in graphing?

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'HOY' stands for Horizontal lines have a slope of 0 and are represented by equations of the form y = b.

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What does 'VUX' stand for in graphing?

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'VUX' stands for Vertical lines have an undefined slope and are represented by equations of the form x = a.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5