Solving Systems of Equations with Substitution

Solving Systems of Equations with Substitution

Grade 9th Grade · Math · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can solve systems of linear equations using substitution.

Warm-Up Video

Khan Academy · 9:21

Solving linear systems by substitution | Algebra Basics | Khan Academy

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    The substitution method involves solving for one variable in one equation and substituting that expression into the other equation.

  • 2

    When using substitution, the goal is to create a single equation with one unknown variable.

  • 3

    After solving for one variable, substitute that value back into either of the original equations to solve for the remaining variable.

Practice Questions

8 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Solve the system of equations using substitution: x + 3y = 10 and 2x + 4y = 20. Show all steps.

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