Solving Equations and Inequalities by Graphing

The video tutorial introduces solving equations and inequalities by graphing. It covers examples of solving linear equations, absolute value functions, and inequalities using graphing techniques. The tutorial also includes a word problem involving distance and rate, and demonstrates using graphing technology to approximate solutions. The focus is on understanding intersections and intervals, and the importance of graphing as a complementary skill to algebraic methods.

What is one advantage of solving equations by graphing compared to algebraic methods?

• It is more accurate.

• It requires less calculation.

• It provides a visual representation.

• It is always faster.

When graphing the equation y = -3x + 20, what is the y-intercept?

• 15

• 20

• 5

• 0

How do you determine the solution for x when graphing two equations?

• Find the y-intercept of both equations.

• Find the slope of both equations.

• Find the point where the graphs intersect.

• Find the x-intercept of both equations.

What shape does the graph of y = |x - 4| have?

• A parabola

• A straight line

• A V shape

• A circle

In the equation y = 1/2x + 1, what is the slope?

• 1

• 1/2

• 2

• 0

When solving the inequality x^2 - 4 > 0 by graphing, what are the intervals where the function is positive?

• (-4, 4)

• (-∞, ∞)

• (-2, 2)

• (-∞, -2) and (2, ∞)

What does it mean for a parabola to be 'greater than zero' in the context of graphing inequalities?

• It is above the x-axis.

• It is below the x-axis.

• It intersects the x-axis.

• It is to the right of the y-axis.

In the word problem involving a motorcycle and a car, what is the car's speed?

• 60 miles per hour

• 50 miles per hour

• 70 miles per hour

• 40 miles per hour

What equation represents the distance traveled by the car in the word problem?

• 60x

• 40x + 40

• 40x

• 60x + 40

When using graphing technology to solve equations, what is the main advantage?

• It allows for visual verification of solutions.

• It is faster than any other method.

• It provides exact solutions.

• It eliminates the need for calculations.