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System of Equations

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Pronunciation: SYS•tem OF e•QUA•tions

Definition

A group of two or more equations that share common variables. The solution to a system of equations is an ordered number set that makes all of the equations true.

Example

The solution to the system of equations


  • 3x + 4y - z = 3
  • x + y - z = 0
  • 2x -y + 2z = -1

is (3, -1, 2)

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