Solving Algebra 1 STAAR Problems with Desmos

What is the first step recommended to pass the algebra test?

• Graphing equations

• Studying domain and range

• Learning equivalent skills

• Understanding solutions

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

CCSS.HSA.REI.C.6

What happens when two lines on a graph intersect?

• One solution

• Infinite solutions

• Cannot be determined

• No solutions

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

What does it mean when two lines on a graph are parallel?

• They overlap completely

• They intersect at one point

• They intersect at multiple points

• They do not intersect

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CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

What are the possible solutions when a line is graphed on top of another line?

• Two solutions

• Infinite solutions

• No solutions

• One solution

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

How many solutions does a 'U' shaped graph have when it touches the x-axis at two points?

• Two solutions

• One solution

• No solutions

• Infinite solutions

What should you do when a graph does not touch the x-axis?

• Assume no solutions

• Assume infinite solutions

• Assume one solution

• Check for errors in plotting

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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7A

How do you solve an equation graphically when you see two lines intersecting?

• Choose the y-value of the intersection

• Choose the x-value of the intersection

• Choose the point where they intersect

• Ignore the intersection

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

What does a dotted line on a graph typically indicate?

• The graph is incorrectly plotted

• The equation is under construction

• The solution is not valid

• The graph represents an inequality

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

In the context of inequalities, what does shading below the line indicate?

• No solutions exist

• Infinite solutions exist

• Solutions are below the line

• Solutions are above the line

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12

What is the significance of a solid line in graphing inequalities?

• It indicates the inequality does not include the line

• It is just a stylistic choice

• It indicates the inequality includes the line

• It has no significance

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CCSS.HSA.REI.D.12