Understanding Systems of Equations and Desmos

The video tutorial explains how to find the value of x in a system of equations using Desmos. It emphasizes the importance of converting equations to slope-intercept form for graphing. The tutorial guides students through solving one equation for y and using Desmos to find the intersection point, focusing on the x value as the solution.

What is the main objective of the problem discussed in Unit 5?

• To determine the value of x in a system of equations

• To solve for both x and y in a single equation

• To find the value of y in a system of equations

• To graph a single equation

What does Desmos require for reading equations?

• Standard form

• Point-slope form

• Slope-intercept form

• Quadratic form

Which equation is already in the correct form for Desmos?

• Neither equation

• Equation 2

• Equation 1

• Both equations

What is the first step in converting the top equation to slope-intercept form?

• Add a constant to both sides

• Subtract x from both sides

• Multiply by a constant

• Divide by a coefficient

What should you do after converting the first equation to slope-intercept form?

• Check for errors

• Graph it manually

• Type it into Desmos

• Solve for x

What indicates the solution to the system of equations in Desmos?

• The point where the lines are parallel

• The point where the lines intersect

• The point where the lines are perpendicular

• The point where the lines are tangent

What value are you specifically looking for in the solution?

• The y-value

• The slope

• The x-value

• The y-intercept

What should you do if Desmos provides both x and y values?

• Choose the y-value

• Choose the x-value

• Choose both values

• Ignore both values