Systems of Equations Intro.

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What is a system of equations?

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A system of equations is a set of two or more equations with the same variables. The solution is the point(s) where the equations intersect.

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What does it mean for a point to be a solution to a system of equations?

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A point is a solution to a system of equations if it satisfies all equations in the system when substituted for the variables.

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What is the graphical representation of a system of equations?

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The graphical representation is the intersection of the lines or curves representing each equation in the system.

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What is a solution for hanger A only?

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A point that satisfies the equation for hanger A but not the equation for hanger B.

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What is a solution for hanger B only?

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A point that satisfies the equation for hanger B but not the equation for hanger A.

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What does it mean if there is no solution for a system of equations?

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It means that the lines or curves representing the equations do not intersect, indicating that there are no common solutions.

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What is an example of a point that is a solution for both hanger A and B?

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A point that lies on both lines representing hanger A and hanger B.

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What is an example of a point that is a solution for neither hanger A nor B?

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A point that does not lie on either line representing hanger A or hanger B.

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How can you determine if a point is a solution to a system of equations?

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Substitute the x and y values of the point into each equation. If both equations are true, the point is a solution.

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

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The intersection point represents the values of the variables that satisfy all equations in the system.