Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321726391
ISBN 13: 978-0-32172-639-1

Chapter 4 - Section 4.1 - Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Graphing - Exercise Set - Page 292: 45

Answer

a. These are lines intersecting at a single point. b. They have one solution because they intersect at a point: $(x,y)=(5,-2)$

Work Step by Step

$x = 5$ is a vertical line $y = -2$ is a horizontal line. These lines intersect at the point $(5,-2)$
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