Math Problem Statement

what is the intersection of y=3-x and y=2x

Solution

We are given two equations:

y = 3 - x \tag{1} y = 2x \tag{2}

To find the point of intersection, we need to solve this system of equations by setting the right-hand sides equal to each other (since both equal yy):

3x=2x3 - x = 2x

Step 1: Solve for xx

Add xx to both sides:

3=3x3 = 3x

Now, divide by 3:

x=1x = 1

Step 2: Solve for yy

Substitute x=1x = 1 into either equation. Let's use equation (2)(2):

y=2(1)=2y = 2(1) = 2

Final solution:

The point of intersection is: (x,y)=(1,2)(x, y) = (1, 2)

Thus, the lines intersect at the point (1,2)(1, 2).

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Here are 8 related questions for further exploration:

  1. What happens if you change the equations to y=3xy = 3x and y=5xy = 5 - x?
  2. How would you find the intersection point using substitution or elimination methods?
  3. Can these equations be solved graphically? What does the graph look like?
  4. How would the intersection change if one equation was y=2x+1y = 2x + 1?
  5. What is the geometric interpretation of this solution?
  6. What if you had a system of three linear equations—how would you find their intersection?
  7. How would you find the intersection of a linear equation and a quadratic equation?
  8. Can you solve this system using matrix methods?

Tip: Plotting the equations on a graph can give a visual representation of where the lines intersect.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Intersection of Lines

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9