Algebra 1 · Systems of Equations & Inequalities

System of Equations

Algebra 1 · Systems of Equations & Inequalities

Definition

A system of equations is a set of two or more equations with the same variables, solved together.

Teach it

Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.

Examples

  • y = x + 1 and y = −x + 5 form a system.
  • Solve for values that satisfy every equation at once.

Key rule

A system is solved by the values common to all equations.

Memory hook

System = equations that share the same variables.