Lesson Systems of Equations II: Solving Algebraically

Lesson: Systems of Equations II

Solving Algebraically

Multiple Select

What are the possible solutions to a system of equations? CHOOSE ALL THAT APPLY

• One solution

• Three solutions

• No solutions

• Infinitely many solutions

​Think about it....














What is the solution for this system of equations?

​5y - 2x cannot be both 12 and -4 at the same time.

Therefore, there is no solution to this system of equations.

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​On the provided graph, use the intercept method to graph each of these lines.

Be sure to use a straight edge!

The solution to this system of equations is where the two lines connect, or intersect, one another.

On the next slide, you will enter the solution.

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What is the solution to the system of equations?

​If you don't find the solution by graphing, you can find it algebraically. You can do this by substitution.

3x + 4y = 26
y = 2x + 1

I will substitute 2x + 1 for y in the first equation.
3x + 4y = 26
3x + 4 (2x + 1) = 26

Then, I have to solve for x. I'll save you the work! x = 2

I use x = 2 to find the value for y. So, when x=2, y=5
y = 2x + 1 (2,5) is my coordinate pair.
y = 2 (2) + 1
y = 5 Note: always substitute the pair back in to check.

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Find the coordinate pair that is a shared solution for the system of equations.

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Type the coordinate pair that is a solution for this system of equations. (You may use decimals)

​Congratulations! You just learned a new skill! Now, go to IXL and practice this skill:

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