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What is the elimination method in solving systems of equations?

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The elimination method is a technique used to solve systems of equations by eliminating one variable, allowing for the other variable to be solved directly.

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What does it mean if a system of equations has an infinite number of solutions?

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It means that the equations represent the same line, and thus every point on the line is a solution.

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In the elimination method, what is the first step when solving a system of equations?

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The first step is to manipulate the equations (if necessary) so that when added or subtracted, one variable cancels out.

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What is the result of the elimination method if the two equations are parallel?

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If the two equations are parallel, there is no solution, as they never intersect.

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How do you determine which variable to eliminate in the elimination method?

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You choose the variable that can be easily eliminated by adding or subtracting the equations after adjusting their coefficients.

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What is the solution to the system of equations: 4x + 9y = 28 and -4x - y = -28?

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(7, 0)

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

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It means that the equations represent lines that are parallel and do not intersect.

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How can you check if your solution to a system of equations is correct?

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You can substitute the solution back into the original equations to see if both equations are satisfied.

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What is the significance of the coefficients in the elimination method?

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The coefficients determine how the equations can be manipulated to eliminate a variable.

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What is the outcome of the elimination method if both variables are eliminated?

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If both variables are eliminated and a true statement remains, there are infinite solutions; if a false statement remains, there is no solution.