1. Solving Systems of Equations: Word Problems

2. How to solve systems word problems.
Read the problem carefully.
Decide what are the two things the problem is talking about. Label one as x, the other as y.
Read through the problem again to create 2 equations.
Solve both equations for y and find the intersection.

3. For example
Handout

4. Now it’s your turn… Exit Slip Homework
Describe the difference between consistent and inconsistent and the difference between dependent and independent when referring to systems of equations.
Homework
Word Problems Handout