Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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Chapter 4 - Section 4.1 - Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables - Vocabulary, Readiness & Video Check - Page 211: 5

Answer

This does not mean that it satisfies both equations.

Work Step by Step

For an ordered pair to be a solution to a given equation, we know that it must satisfy both of the equations. Thus, the fact that the given ordered pair satisfies one equation is not enough to say that it is a solution to the system.
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