MHB Graphically solving 2X2 linear system and finding the line through 2 points

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The discussion focuses on solving a system of linear equations graphically and finding the equation of a line through two points. The user solved the equations y = -4x + 2 and x - 2y = 10, arriving at the solution x = 1.55 and y = -4.22, which was confirmed as correct. Additionally, the user found the equation of the line passing through the points (4, -2) and (0, 6) as y = -2x + 6, which was also validated as correct. The thread highlights the importance of peer verification in solving mathematical problems.
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Basically I don't know anyone in real life that can help me with this, so I need help checking to see if my answers are correct :)

PART A
1) Using a graphing utility solve the following system of linear equations. Round your answer to the nearest hundredth.

y = -4x+2
x - 2y = 10

My answer: x = 1.55 y = -4.22

2) Find the equation of the line that passes through the points (4,-2) and (0,6)

My answer: y = -2x + 6
 
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Re: Please check my answers - 1

drop said:
My answer: x = 1.55 y = -4.22
Right.

My answer: y = -2x + 6
Right.
 
Re: Please check my answers - 1

Thank you!
 
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