5a Flashcard Review

Front

What is the solution to the system of equations: y = x + 2 and y = -x + 4?

Back

(1, 3)

Front

What do parallel lines have in common?

Back

They have the same slopes.

Front

In slope-intercept form, what does 'm' represent?

Back

The slope (rise over run)

Front

What is the y-intercept in the equation y = 2x + 3?

Back

3

Front

What is the x-intercept in the equation y = -3x + 6?

Back

(2, 0)

Front

What does it mean if a system of equations has no solution?

Back

The lines are parallel and never intersect.

Front

What is the solution to the system of equations: 2x + 3y = 6 and x - y = 1?

Back

(3, 0)

Front

What is the slope of the line represented by the equation y = 4x - 5?

Back

4

Front

How do you find the slope between two points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2)?

Back

Slope = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

Front

What is the definition of a linear equation?

Back

An equation that makes a straight line when graphed.