Math Problem Statement

Solve the system of equations graphically and determine the solutions for the given problems.

Solution

Let’s solve the problems on the page systematically:


1. Which shows the solution for the following system of equations?

Equations:

  1. y=4x+6y = -4x + 6
  2. x+4y=8x + 4y = 8

Solution Steps:

  1. Rewrite the second equation in slope-intercept form:
    x+4y=84y=x+8y=14x+2x + 4y = 8 \quad \Rightarrow \quad 4y = -x + 8 \quad \Rightarrow \quad y = -\frac{1}{4}x + 2 So, the equations are: y=4x+6andy=14x+2y = -4x + 6 \quad \text{and} \quad y = -\frac{1}{4}x + 2

  2. These lines intersect, and the solution is the point where the two lines meet.
    Upon examining the graphs, Option B correctly shows the intersection point.


2. Solve the system of equations by graphing.

Equations:

  1. y=52x5y = \frac{5}{2}x - 5
  2. x32y=2x - \frac{3}{2}y = 2

Solution Steps:

  1. Rewrite the second equation in slope-intercept form:
    x32y=232y=x+2y=23x43x - \frac{3}{2}y = 2 \quad \Rightarrow \quad -\frac{3}{2}y = -x + 2 \quad \Rightarrow \quad y = \frac{2}{3}x - \frac{4}{3}

    So the system is:
    y=52x5andy=23x43y = \frac{5}{2}x - 5 \quad \text{and} \quad y = \frac{2}{3}x - \frac{4}{3}

  2. These two lines intersect at the point (2,5)(2, 5).
    The correct answer is B. (2, 5).


3. Which point is NOT a solution to the system of equations?

The given equations are:

  1. x+3y=12x + 3y = 12
  2. 23x+8\frac{-2}{3}x + 8

Solution Steps:

  1. Substitute each point into both equations to determine if it satisfies the system.

    • Point A (3,10)(-3, 10):
      Substituting into x+3y=12x + 3y = 12:
      3+3(10)=3+30=27(NOT true)-3 + 3(10) = -3 + 30 = 27 \quad \text{(NOT true)} So, (3,10)(-3, 10) is NOT a solution.

    The correct answer is A. (-3, 10).


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Here are five related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you solve systems of equations algebraically versus graphically?
  2. What is the importance of slope-intercept form in graphing equations?
  3. How can you verify the solution to a system of equations using substitution?
  4. When do systems of equations have no solution or infinitely many solutions?
  5. What are some real-life applications of solving systems of equations?

Tip: Always convert equations to slope-intercept form (y=mx+by = mx + b) for easier graphing.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Graphing Systems of Equations
Slope-Intercept Form
Intersection Points

Formulas

Slope-intercept form: y = mx + b
Rewriting equations to slope-intercept form

Theorems

Fundamental property of linear equations: Intersection of two lines represents the solution to the system
No solution occurs when lines are parallel
Infinite solutions occur when lines overlap

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10