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Intersection of Two Lines
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What is the intersection of two lines?

The point where two lines meet

How many points do two non-parallel lines intersect at?

Exactly one point

What do the coordinates of an intersection point satisfy?

Both line equations simultaneously

What are the two main methods for finding the intersection of two lines?

Graphical and algebraic

Which method for finding intersection is more accurate?

Algebraic method

What are simultaneous equations?

Equations satisfied at the same time

When is the elimination method best used?

When coefficients are easy to work with

When is the substitution method best used?

When an equation is solved for a variable

Find the intersection of x+y=5x + y = 5 and 2x−y=42x - y = 4.

(3,2)(3, 2)

Find the intersection of x+y=4x + y = 4 and x+3y=6x + 3y = 6.

(3,1)(3, 1)

Find the intersection of y=2x+1y = 2x + 1 and 3x+y=113x + y = 11.

(2,5)(2, 5)

How should you verify your intersection point solution?

Substitute into both original equations

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