Solving Equations Graphically (Edexcel IAL Maths)

Spec point — 1.11

Solving equations graphically

What does solving simultaneous equations graphically mean?

• This is a way to solve simultaneous equations (see Simultaneous Equations)
• Coordinates of the intersections are the solutions

How do I solve simultaneous equations using a graph?

• Use graphs and algebra together
• Sketch a graph if it has not been given
• Read/interpret a graph if it has been given

• It can be difficult to tell from a sketch if graphs intersect once, more, or not at all

Exam Hint When writing out your solutions to simultaneous equations, always pair the correct x solution with the correct y solution

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