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Write the each equation in slope-intercept form y = mx + b.
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Graph the equations and find the intersection point.
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The graphs appear to intersect at (0, – 3).![\"\"](\"http://www.mathskey.com/userfiles/image/steps_images/step3.JPG\")
Check the solution:
\Check the solution by substituting the coordinates in each equation.
\Substitute (0, – 3) in equation 1.
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. The statement is true.
Substitute (0, – 3) in equation 2.
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. The statement is true.![\"\"](\"http://www.mathskey.com/userfiles/image/steps_images/solution.JPG\")
The solution of the system is (0, – 3).