Math Problem Statement

The equations of five lines are given below. Line A=y=2x+3 Line B=1/2x-3 Line C=y=6-x Line D y-2x=7 Line E y+2x=3 Which two lines are parallel?

Solution

To determine which two lines are parallel, we need to compare the slopes of the lines. Parallel lines have the same slope but different y-intercepts.

Let's analyze the equations and their slopes:

  • Line A: y=2x+3y = 2x + 3
    The slope is 22.

  • Line B: y=12x3y = \frac{1}{2}x - 3
    The slope is 12\frac{1}{2}.

  • Line C: y=6xy = 6 - x
    Rewrite as y=x+6y = -x + 6.
    The slope is 1-1.

  • Line D: y2x=7y - 2x = 7
    Rewrite as y=2x+7y = 2x + 7.
    The slope is 22.

  • Line E: y+2x=3y + 2x = 3
    Rewrite as y=2x+3y = -2x + 3.
    The slope is 2-2.

Conclusion:

Lines A and D are parallel because both have the same slope of 22.

Would you like any details or have any further questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What happens when two lines have the same slope but different y-intercepts?
  2. How do you determine if two lines are perpendicular?
  3. Can lines with the same y-intercept ever be parallel?
  4. How can you find the distance between two parallel lines?
  5. How do you determine the slope from two points on a line?

Tip: Parallel lines always have equal slopes but different y-intercepts. If the y-intercepts are the same, the lines overlap.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Lines and Slopes

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9