Solving Systems of Linear Equations

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What are the three methods to solve systems of linear equations?

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Graphing, substitution, and elimination.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What is the solution to the system of equations represented by the point (1, -1)?

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(1, -1) is the solution.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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If a younger brother spent $175 on 7 shirts and 7 shorts, and an older brother spent $165 on 6 shirts and 7 shorts, how much does one shirt cost?

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One shirt costs $10.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8C

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What does it mean if a system of equations has 0 solutions?

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It means the lines are parallel and never intersect.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8A

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What is the next step in substitution if you have the equation 3x - 7(-2y-21) = 41?

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3(-2y-21) - 7y = 41.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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Define a system of linear equations.

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A set of two or more linear equations with the same variables.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What does it mean for a system to have infinitely many solutions?

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It means the equations represent the same line.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8A

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What is the graphical representation of a system of equations?

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The intersection points of the lines represent the solutions.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8A

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How can you determine if a system of equations is consistent or inconsistent?

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A consistent system has at least one solution; an inconsistent system has no solutions.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What is the substitution method in solving systems of equations?

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Replacing one variable with an expression from another equation.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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