Classify a linear system
Systems of linear equations · Stage 3
Recognize the pattern
Equal slopes with different intercepts make parallel lines.
Useful ruleCompare coefficient ratios
Build on: ALG-09
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How many solutions do y = 2x + 1 and y = 2x − 3 share?
This teaching example is original and is not an official SAT question.
Reasoning
The lines both have slope 2 but intercepts 1 and −3.
AnswerNo solution
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