Math Problem Statement

Graph the system below and write its solution: y = -1/3x - 1, -x - 3y = 0

Solution

The given system of equations is:

y = -\frac{1}{3}x - 1 \\ -x - 3y = 0 \end{cases}$$ ### Step 1: Solve the second equation for $$x$$ or $$y$$. We can rewrite the second equation: $$-x - 3y = 0 \quad \Rightarrow \quad x = -3y$$ Now we have $$x = -3y$$. ### Step 2: Substitute $$x = -3y$$ into the first equation. Using $$x = -3y$$ in the first equation: $$y = -\frac{1}{3}(-3y) - 1$$ Simplifying: $$y = y - 1$$ This results in: $$0 = -1$$ ### Conclusion: The equation $$0 = -1$$ is a contradiction, meaning there is no solution to this system of equations. Therefore, the system has **no solution**. Would you like further details or clarifications? Here are some related questions you might explore: 1. How can you determine whether a system of equations is inconsistent? 2. What does it mean geometrically for two lines to have no solution? 3. How do you solve a system of equations graphically? 4. Can systems with parallel lines have solutions? 5. What methods can you use to solve systems of linear equations? **Tip**: When a system of linear equations has no solution, the lines representing the equations are parallel.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Systems of Linear Equations
Graphing

Formulas

y = -1/3x - 1
-x - 3y = 0

Theorems

No solution theorem for inconsistent systems

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11