Solving Systems of Equations Warm Up

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What is a system of equations?

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A set of two or more equations with the same variables that are solved together.

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What does it mean to solve a system of equations by substitution?

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It involves solving one equation for one variable and substituting that expression into the other equation.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What is the elimination method in solving systems of equations?

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A method that involves adding or subtracting equations to eliminate one variable, making it easier to solve for the other.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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How do you graph a linear equation?

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You plot points that satisfy the equation and connect them to form a line.

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What is the solution to a system of equations?

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The point(s) where the graphs of the equations intersect, representing the values of the variables that satisfy all equations.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What does it mean if two lines are parallel in a system of equations?

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It means there is no solution to the system, as the lines never intersect.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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What does it mean if two lines coincide in a system of equations?

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It means there are infinitely many solutions, as the lines are the same.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8A

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What is the first step in solving a system of equations by substitution?

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Isolate one variable in one of the equations.

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What is the purpose of graphing a system of equations?

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To visually find the point of intersection, which represents the solution.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.8B

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How do you check the solution of a system of equations?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equations to verify that both equations are satisfied.

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