Graphing Systems of Equations
A system of equations is two equations in two variables. A solution consists of values for each unknown that satisfy both equations.
A system can have one, infinite, or no solutions.
The system is called independent if it has one solution. In this case, the graphs of the two equations intersect at one point.
It is called dependent if it has infinitely many solutions. In this case, the graphs are the same line.
It is called inconsistent if it has no solution. In this case, the graphs are parallel.
You can solve a system by graphing. Always check your solutions to be sure you have read the graph accurately.
Use the method of graphing when you are willing to settle for an estimate for the solution.
Graphing Systems of Equations
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