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Medium
Let us take the example: Akhila goes to a fair with ₹ $20$ and wants to have rides on the Giant Wheel and play Hoopla. Represent this situation algebraically and graphically (geometrically).

Solution

(N/A) The pair of equations formed is:
$y = \frac{1}{2}x$
i.e.,$x - 2y = 0$ ......$(1)$
$3x + 4y = 20$ ......$(2)$
Let us represent these equations graphically. For this,we need at least two solutions for each equation. We give these solutions in the tables below:
$x$$0$$2$
$y = \frac{x}{2}$$0$$1$

$x$$0$$\frac{20}{3}$$4$
$y = \frac{20 - 3x}{4}$$5$$0$$2$

Recall from Class $IX$ that there are infinitely many solutions for each linear equation. So,each of you can choose any two values,which may not be the ones we have chosen. When one of the variables is zero,the equation reduces to a linear equation in one variable,which can be solved easily. For instance,putting $x = 0$ in Equation $(2)$,we get $4y = 20$,i.e.,$y = 5$. Similarly,putting $y = 0$ in Equation $(2)$,we get $3x = 20$,i.e.,$x = \frac{20}{3}$. But as $\frac{20}{3}$ is not an integer,it will not be easy to plot exactly on the graph paper. So,we choose $y = 2$,which gives $x = 4$,an integral value.
Plot the points $A(0, 0), B(2, 1)$ and $P(0, 5), Q(4, 2)$ corresponding to the solutions in the tables. Now draw the lines $AB$ and $PQ$,representing the equations $x - 2y = 0$ and $3x + 4y = 20$.
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Medium
Romila went to a stationery shop and purchased $2$ pencils and $3$ erasers for ₹ $9$. Her friend Sonali saw the new variety of pencils and erasers with Romila,and she also bought $4$ pencils and $6$ erasers of the same kind for ₹ $18$. Represent this situation algebraically and graphically.

Solution

(N/A) Let the cost of $1$ pencil be ₹ $x$ and the cost of $1$ eraser be ₹ $y$. The algebraic representation is given by the following equations:
$2x + 3y = 9$ $.......(1)$
$4x + 6y = 18$ $.......(2)$
To represent these graphically,we find points for each line:
For equation $(1)$,$y = \frac{9 - 2x}{3}$:
$x$$0$$4.5$
$y$$3$$0$

For equation $(2)$,$y = \frac{18 - 4x}{6}$:
$x$$0$$3$
$y$$3$$1$

When we plot these points on a graph,we observe that both lines coincide. This is because the two equations are equivalent,as equation $(2)$ is simply $2$ times equation $(1)$.
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3
Medium
Two rails are represented by the equations $x+2y-4=0$ and $2x+4y-12=0$. Represent this situation geometrically.

Solution

(N/A) To represent the equations geometrically,we find two solutions for each equation.
For the equation $x+2y-4=0$:
$x$$0$$4$
$y = \frac{4-x}{2}$$2$$0$

We plot the points $R(0, 2)$ and $S(4, 0)$ to get the line representing $x+2y-4=0$.
For the equation $2x+4y-12=0$:
$x$$0$$6$
$y = \frac{12-2x}{4}$$3$$0$

We plot the points $P(0, 3)$ and $Q(6, 0)$ to get the line representing $2x+4y-12=0$.
Observing the graph,we see that the two lines do not intersect anywhere,which means they are parallel to each other.
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4
Difficult
Aftab tells his daughter,"Seven years ago,$I$ was seven times as old as you were then. Also,three years from now,$I$ shall be three times as old as you will be." Represent this situation algebraically and graphically.

Solution

(N/A) Let the present age of Aftab be $x$ and the present age of his daughter be $y$.
Seven years ago:
Age of Aftab $= x - 7$
Age of his daughter $= y - 7$
According to the problem,$(x - 7) = 7(y - 7) \implies x - 7 = 7y - 49 \implies x - 7y = -42$ $...(1)$
Three years from now:
Age of Aftab $= x + 3$
Age of his daughter $= y + 3$
According to the problem,$(x + 3) = 3(y + 3) \implies x + 3 = 3y + 9 \implies x - 3y = 6$ $...(2)$
Algebraic representation:
$x - 7y = -42$
$x - 3y = 6$
For $x - 7y = -42$,we have $x = 7y - 42$:
$x$$-7$$0$$7$
$y$$5$$6$$7$

For $x - 3y = 6$,we have $x = 3y + 6$:
$x$$6$$3$$0$
$y$$0$$-1$$-2$
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5
Difficult
The coach of a cricket team buys $3$ bats and $6$ balls for ₹ $3900$. Later,she buys another bat and $3$ more balls of the same kind for ₹ $1300$. Represent this situation algebraically and geometrically.

Solution

(N/A) Let the cost of a bat be ₹ $x$ and the cost of a ball be ₹ $y$.
According to the problem,the algebraic representation is:
$3x + 6y = 3900$
$x + 3y = 1300$
For the first equation,$3x + 6y = 3900$,we can simplify it to $x + 2y = 1300$,so $x = 1300 - 2y$.
| $x$ | $300$ | $100$ | $-100$ |
| $y$ | $500$ | $600$ | $700$ |
For the second equation,$x + 3y = 1300$,we have $x = 1300 - 3y$.
| $x$ | $400$ | $700$ | $1000$ |
| $y$ | $300$ | $200$ | $100$ |
The geometric representation is shown in the provided graph.
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Medium
The cost of $2\, kg$ of apples and $1\, kg$ of grapes on a day was found to be ₹ $160$. After a month,the cost of $4\, kg$ of apples and $2\, kg$ of grapes is ₹ $300$. Represent the situation algebraically and geometrically.

Solution

(N/A) Let the cost of $1\, kg$ of apples be ₹ $x$ and the cost of $1\, kg$ of grapes be ₹ $y$.
According to the question,the algebraic representation is:
$2x + y = 160$
$4x + 2y = 300$
For the equation $2x + y = 160$,we have $y = 160 - 2x$. The solution table is:
$x$$50$$60$$70$
$y$$60$$40$$20$

For the equation $4x + 2y = 300$,we have $y = \frac{300 - 4x}{2} = 150 - 2x$. The solution table is:
$x$$70$$80$$75$
$y$$10$$-10$$0$

The graphical representation shows two parallel lines,indicating that the system has no solution.
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7
Difficult
Check graphically whether the pair of equations
$x+3y=6$ $...(1)$
and $2x-3y=12$ $...(2)$
is consistent. If so,solve them graphically.

Solution

(N/A) Let us draw the graphs of the Equations $(1)$ and $(2).$ For this,we find two solutions for each of the equations,which are given in the tables below:
For Equation $(1): x+3y=6$
$x$$0$$6$
$y = \frac{6-x}{3}$$2$$0$

For Equation $(2): 2x-3y=12$
$x$$0$$3$
$y = \frac{2x-12}{3}$$-4$$-2$

Plot the points $A(0, 2), B(6, 0)$ for line $(1)$ and $P(0, -4), Q(3, -2)$ for line $(2)$ on graph paper. Join the points to form the lines $AB$ and $PQ$.
We observe that there is a point $B(6, 0)$ common to both the lines $AB$ and $PQ.$ Since the lines intersect at a point,the pair of linear equations is consistent. The solution is $x=6$ and $y=0.$
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Medium
Graphically,find whether the following pair of equations has no solution,unique solution or infinitely many solutions.
$5x - 8y + 1 = 0$ $...(1)$
$3x - \frac{24}{5}y + \frac{3}{5} = 6$ $...(2)$

Solution

(A) Given equations are:
$5x - 8y + 1 = 0$ $...(1)$
$3x - \frac{24}{5}y + \frac{3}{5} = 6$ $...(2)$
Multiply Equation $(2)$ by $\frac{5}{3}$:
$\frac{5}{3} \times (3x - \frac{24}{5}y + \frac{3}{5}) = \frac{5}{3} \times 6$
$5x - 8y + 1 = 10$
Wait,let us re-examine Equation $(2)$ as given: $3x - \frac{24}{5}y + \frac{3}{5} = 6$.
Multiplying by $\frac{5}{3}$ gives $5x - 8y + 1 = 10$,which simplifies to $5x - 8y - 9 = 0$.
Comparing $5x - 8y + 1 = 0$ and $5x - 8y - 9 = 0$,the coefficients of $x$ and $y$ are the same,but the constants are different.
Therefore,the lines are parallel and have no solution.
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DifficultMCQ
Champa went to a 'Sale' to purchase some pants and skirts. When her friends asked her how many of each she had bought,she answered,"The number of skirts is two less than twice the number of pants purchased. Also,the number of skirts is four less than four times the number of pants purchased". Help her friends to find how many pants and skirts Champa bought.
A
$1$ pant,$0$ skirts
B
$2$ pants,$2$ skirts
C
$0$ pants,$1$ skirt
D
$1$ pant,$2$ skirts

Solution

(A) Let us denote the number of pants by $x$ and the number of skirts by $y$.
According to the problem,the equations formed are:
$y = 2x - 2$ $...(1)$
$y = 4x - 4$ $...(2)$
To solve this pair of linear equations graphically,we find two solutions for each equation:
For equation $(1)$,$y = 2x - 2$:
$x$$2$$0$
$y$$2$$-2$

For equation $(2)$,$y = 4x - 4$:
$x$$0$$1$
$y$$-4$$0$

Plotting these points on a graph and drawing the lines,we find that the two lines intersect at the point $(1, 0)$.
Thus,the solution is $x = 1$ and $y = 0$.
Therefore,Champa purchased $1$ pant and $0$ skirts.
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10
Difficult
Form the pair of linear equations in the following problems,and find their solutions graphically.
$10$ students of Class $X$ took part in a Mathematics quiz. If the number of girls is $4$ more than the number of boys,find the number of boys and girls who took part in the quiz.

Solution

(N/A) Let the number of girls be $x$ and the number of boys be $y$.
According to the question,the algebraic representation is:
$x + y = 10$
$x - y = 4$
For $x + y = 10$,we have $x = 10 - y$:
$x$$5$$4$$6$
$y$$5$$6$$4$

For $x - y = 4$,we have $x = 4 + y$:
$x$$5$$4$$3$
$y$$1$$0$$-1$

By plotting these points on a graph,we observe that the lines intersect at the point $(7, 3)$.
Therefore,the number of girls is $7$ and the number of boys is $3$.
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Easy
Form the pair of linear equations in the following problems,and find their solutions graphically.
$5$ pencils and $7$ pens together cost ₹ $50$,whereas $7$ pencils and $5$ pens together cost ₹ $46$. Find the cost of one pencil and that of one pen.

Solution

(N/A) Let the cost of $1$ pencil be ₹ $x$ and the cost of $1$ pen be ₹ $y$.
According to the question,the algebraic representation is:
$5x + 7y = 50$
$7x + 5y = 46$
For $5x + 7y = 50$,we have $x = \frac{50 - 7y}{5}$.
$x$$3$$10$$-4$
$y$$5$$0$$10$

For $7x + 5y = 46$,we have $x = \frac{46 - 5y}{7}$.
$x$$8$$3$$-2$
$y$$-2$$5$$12$

By plotting these points on a graph,we observe that the lines intersect at the point $(3, 5)$.
Therefore,the cost of one pencil is ₹ $3$ and the cost of one pen is ₹ $5$.
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EasyMCQ
On comparing the ratios $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}}, \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}}$ and $\frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}},$ find out whether the lines representing the following pairs of linear equations intersect at a point,are parallel,or are coincident:
$5x - 4y + 8 = 0$
$7x + 6y - 9 = 0$
A
Intersect at a point
B
Parallel
C
Coincident
D
None of these

Solution

(A) Given equations are:
$5x - 4y + 8 = 0$
$7x + 6y - 9 = 0$
Comparing these equations with the standard form $a_{1}x + b_{1}y + c_{1} = 0$ and $a_{2}x + b_{2}y + c_{2} = 0$,we obtain:
$a_{1} = 5, b_{1} = -4, c_{1} = 8$
$a_{2} = 7, b_{2} = 6, c_{2} = -9$
Now,calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} = \frac{5}{7}$
$\frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}} = \frac{-4}{6} = -\frac{2}{3}$
Since $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} \neq \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}}$,the lines representing the given pair of linear equations intersect at exactly one point.
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EasyMCQ
On comparing the ratios $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}}, \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}}$ and $\frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}},$ find out whether the lines representing the following pairs of linear equations intersect at a point,are parallel,or are coincident:
$9x + 3y + 12 = 0$
$18x + 6y + 24 = 0$
A
Intersect at a point
B
Parallel
C
Coincident
D
None of these

Solution

(C) Given equations are:
$9x + 3y + 12 = 0$
$18x + 6y + 24 = 0$
Comparing these equations with the standard form $a_{1}x + b_{1}y + c_{1} = 0$ and $a_{2}x + b_{2}y + c_{2} = 0$,we get:
$a_{1} = 9, b_{1} = 3, c_{1} = 12$
$a_{2} = 18, b_{2} = 6, c_{2} = 24$
Now,calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} = \frac{9}{18} = \frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}} = \frac{3}{6} = \frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}} = \frac{12}{24} = \frac{1}{2}$
Since $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} = \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}} = \frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}}$,the lines representing the given pair of equations are coincident,and there are infinitely many solutions.
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MediumMCQ
On comparing the ratios $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}}, \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}}$ and $\frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}},$ find out whether the lines representing the following pairs of linear equations intersect at a point,are parallel or coincident:
$6x - 3y + 10 = 0$
$2x - y + 9 = 0$
A
Intersect at a point
B
Parallel
C
Coincident
D
None of these

Solution

(B) Given equations are:
$6x - 3y + 10 = 0$
$2x - y + 9 = 0$
Comparing these equations with the standard form $a_{1}x + b_{1}y + c_{1} = 0$ and $a_{2}x + b_{2}y + c_{2} = 0$,we get:
$a_{1} = 6, b_{1} = -3, c_{1} = 10$
$a_{2} = 2, b_{2} = -1, c_{2} = 9$
Now,calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} = \frac{6}{2} = \frac{3}{1} = 3$
$\frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}} = \frac{-3}{-1} = \frac{3}{1} = 3$
$\frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}} = \frac{10}{9}$
Since $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} = \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}} \neq \frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}}$,the lines representing the given pair of equations are parallel to each other. Therefore,these lines will never intersect at any point,and there is no solution for the given pair of equations.
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EasyMCQ
On comparing the ratios $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}}, \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}}$ and $\frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}}$,find out whether the following pair of linear equations are consistent or inconsistent.
$2x - 3y = 8$; $4x - 6y = 9$
A
Consistent
B
Inconsistent
C
Dependent
D
None of these

Solution

(B) Given equations are:
$2x - 3y = 8$ (or $2x - 3y - 8 = 0$)
$4x - 6y = 9$ (or $4x - 6y - 9 = 0$)
Comparing with $a_{1}x + b_{1}y + c_{1} = 0$ and $a_{2}x + b_{2}y + c_{2} = 0$:
$a_{1} = 2, b_{1} = -3, c_{1} = -8$
$a_{2} = 4, b_{2} = -6, c_{2} = -9$
Calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} = \frac{2}{4} = \frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}} = \frac{-3}{-6} = \frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}} = \frac{-8}{-9} = \frac{8}{9}$
Since $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} = \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}} \neq \frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}}$,the lines represented by these equations are parallel.
Therefore,the pair of linear equations has no solution and is inconsistent.
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EasyMCQ
On comparing the ratios $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}}, \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}}$ and $\frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}}$,find out whether the following pair of linear equations are consistent or inconsistent.
$\frac{3}{2} x + \frac{5}{3} y = 7$; $9 x - 10 y = 14$
A
Consistent
B
Inconsistent
C
Dependent
D
None of these

Solution

(A) Given equations are:
$1) \frac{3}{2} x + \frac{5}{3} y = 7 \implies \frac{3}{2} x + \frac{5}{3} y - 7 = 0$
$2) 9 x - 10 y = 14 \implies 9 x - 10 y - 14 = 0$
Comparing with $a_{1} x + b_{1} y + c_{1} = 0$ and $a_{2} x + b_{2} y + c_{2} = 0$:
$a_{1} = \frac{3}{2}, b_{1} = \frac{5}{3}, c_{1} = -7$
$a_{2} = 9, b_{2} = -10, c_{2} = -14$
Now,calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} = \frac{3/2}{9} = \frac{3}{18} = \frac{1}{6}$
$\frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}} = \frac{5/3}{-10} = \frac{5}{-30} = -\frac{1}{6}$
Since $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} \neq \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}}$,the lines intersect at a unique point.
Therefore,the pair of linear equations is consistent.
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EasyMCQ
On comparing the ratios $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}}, \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}}$ and $\frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}},$ find out whether the following pair of linear equations are consistent or inconsistent.
$5x - 3y = 11$; $-10x + 6y = -22$
A
Consistent
B
Inconsistent
C
Dependent
D
None of these

Solution

(A) Given equations are:
$5x - 3y = 11$ (Equation $1$)
$-10x + 6y = -22$ (Equation $2$)
Comparing with the standard form $a_{1}x + b_{1}y = c_{1}$ and $a_{2}x + b_{2}y = c_{2}$:
$a_{1} = 5, b_{1} = -3, c_{1} = 11$
$a_{2} = -10, b_{2} = 6, c_{2} = -22$
Calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} = \frac{5}{-10} = -\frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}} = \frac{-3}{6} = -\frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}} = \frac{11}{-22} = -\frac{1}{2}$
Since $\frac{a_{1}}{a_{2}} = \frac{b_{1}}{b_{2}} = \frac{c_{1}}{c_{2}} = -\frac{1}{2}$,the lines are coincident.
Because the lines are coincident,they have infinitely many solutions.
Therefore,the pair of linear equations is consistent.
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Difficult
Which of the following pairs of linear equations are consistent/inconsistent? If consistent,obtain the solution graphically:
$x+y=5, \quad 2x+2y=10$

Solution

(N/A) Given equations:
$x+y=5$
$2x+2y=10$
Comparing with $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{1}{2}, \quad \frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{1}{2}, \quad \frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{-5}{-10} = \frac{1}{2}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,these linear equations represent coincident lines and thus have infinitely many solutions. Hence,the pair of linear equations is consistent.
For $x+y=5$,we have $x = 5-y$:
$x$$4$$3$$2$
$y$$1$$2$$3$

For $2x+2y=10$,we have $x = \frac{10-2y}{2} = 5-y$:
$x$$4$$3$$2$
$y$$1$$2$$3$

From the graph,it can be observed that these lines overlap each other. Therefore,infinitely many solutions are possible for the given pair of equations.
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Medium
Which of the following pairs of linear equations are consistent/inconsistent? If consistent,obtain the solution graphically: $x-y=8, 3x-3y=16$.

Solution

(N/A) Given equations are $x-y=8$ and $3x-3y=16$.
Comparing with $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$:
$a_1 = 1, b_1 = -1, c_1 = -8$
$a_2 = 3, b_2 = -3, c_2 = -16$
Calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{1}{3}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{-1}{-3} = \frac{1}{3}$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{-8}{-16} = \frac{1}{2}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the lines represented by these equations are parallel to each other.
Therefore,there is no common point between the lines,which means the pair of linear equations is inconsistent.
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DifficultMCQ
Which of the following pairs of linear equations are consistent/inconsistent? If consistent,obtain the solution graphically: $2x + y - 6 = 0, 4x - 2y - 4 = 0$.
A
Consistent
B
Inconsistent
C
Dependent
D
None of these

Solution

(A) Given equations are $2x + y - 6 = 0$ and $4x - 2y - 4 = 0$.
Comparing with $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$:
$a_1 = 2, b_1 = 1, c_1 = -6$
$a_2 = 4, b_2 = -2, c_2 = -4$
Calculating ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{2}{4} = \frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{1}{-2} = -\frac{1}{2}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} \neq \frac{b_1}{b_2}$,the lines intersect at a unique point,meaning the system is consistent.
For $2x + y - 6 = 0 \implies y = 6 - 2x$:
If $x=0, y=6$; if $x=1, y=4$; if $x=2, y=2$.
For $4x - 2y - 4 = 0 \implies y = 2x - 2$:
If $x=0, y=-2$; if $x=1, y=0$; if $x=2, y=2$.
The lines intersect at $(2, 2)$.
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Medium
Which of the following pairs of linear equations are consistent/inconsistent? If consistent,obtain the solution graphically: $2x - 2y - 2 = 0, 4x - 4y - 5 = 0$.

Solution

(B) Given equations are:
$2x - 2y - 2 = 0$ (Equation $1$)
$4x - 4y - 5 = 0$ (Equation $2$)
Comparing these with the standard form $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$,we get:
$a_1 = 2, b_1 = -2, c_1 = -2$
$a_2 = 4, b_2 = -4, c_2 = -5$
Now,find the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{2}{4} = \frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{-2}{-4} = \frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{-2}{-5} = \frac{2}{5}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the lines are parallel to each other.
Therefore,the pair of linear equations is inconsistent and has no solution.
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Difficult
Half the perimeter of a rectangular garden,whose length is $4\, m$ more than its width,is $36\, m$. Find the dimensions of the garden.

Solution

(N/A) Let the width of the garden be $x$ and the length be $y$.
According to the question:
$y - x = 4$ $...(1)$
$y + x = 36$ $...(2)$
From equation $(1)$,$y = x + 4$. The table of values is:
$x$$0$$8$$12$
$y$$4$$12$$16$

From equation $(2)$,$y = 36 - x$. The table of values is:
$x$$0$$36$$16$
$y$$36$$0$$20$

By plotting these lines on a graph,we observe that they intersect at the point $(16, 20)$.
Therefore,the width of the garden is $16\, m$ and the length is $20\, m$.
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23
Easy
Given the linear equation $2x + 3y - 8 = 0$,write another linear equation in two variables such that the geometrical representation of the pair so formed is intersecting lines.

Solution

(N/A) For a pair of linear equations $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$ to represent intersecting lines,the condition is $\frac{a_1}{a_2} \neq \frac{b_1}{b_2}$.
Given the equation $2x + 3y - 8 = 0$,we have $a_1 = 2$ and $b_1 = 3$.
We need to choose $a_2$ and $b_2$ such that $\frac{2}{a_2} \neq \frac{3}{b_2}$.
If we choose $a_2 = 3$ and $b_2 = 2$,then $\frac{2}{3} \neq \frac{3}{2}$,which satisfies the condition.
Thus,one such equation is $3x + 2y - 5 = 0$ (or any other equation satisfying the condition).
24
Easy
Given the linear equation $2x + 3y - 8 = 0$,write another linear equation in two variables such that the geometrical representation of the pair so formed is parallel lines.

Solution

(A) For two lines $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$ to be parallel,the condition is $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$.
Given the equation $2x + 3y - 8 = 0$,we have $a_1 = 2, b_1 = 3, c_1 = -8$.
To satisfy the condition,we can choose $a_2 = 4$ and $b_2 = 6$ (which makes $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{1}{2}$) and choose $c_2$ such that $\frac{c_1}{c_2} \neq \frac{1}{2}$.
Let $c_2 = -10$. Then the equation is $4x + 6y - 10 = 0$.
Checking the condition: $\frac{2}{4} = \frac{3}{6} \neq \frac{-8}{-10}$,which simplifies to $\frac{1}{2} = \frac{1}{2} \neq \frac{4}{5}$.
Thus,$4x + 6y - 10 = 0$ is a valid answer.
25
EasyMCQ
Given the linear equation $2x + 3y - 8 = 0$,write another linear equation in two variables such that the geometrical representation of the pair so formed is coincident lines.
A
$4x + 6y - 16 = 0$
B
$2x + 3y - 10 = 0$
C
$4x + 6y - 8 = 0$
D
$2x + 3y + 8 = 0$

Solution

(A) For two linear equations $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$ to represent coincident lines,the condition is $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{c_1}{c_2}$.
Given the equation $2x + 3y - 8 = 0$,we have $a_1 = 2, b_1 = 3, c_1 = -8$.
To find another equation,we can multiply the given equation by any non-zero constant $k$. Let $k = 2$.
Multiplying the equation by $2$,we get $2(2x + 3y - 8) = 2(0)$,which simplifies to $4x + 6y - 16 = 0$.
Checking the condition: $\frac{2}{4} = \frac{3}{6} = \frac{-8}{-16} = \frac{1}{2}$.
Since the ratios are equal,the lines are coincident. Thus,$4x + 6y - 16 = 0$ is a valid answer.
26
Easy
Draw the graphs of the equations $x-y+1=0$ and $3x+2y-12=0$. Determine the coordinates of the vertices of the triangle formed by these lines and the $x$-axis,and shade the triangular region.

Solution

(N/A) For the equation $x-y+1=0$,we can write $x=y-1$. The table of values is:
$x$$0$$1$$2$
$y$$1$$2$$3$

For the equation $3x+2y-12=0$,we can write $x=\frac{12-2y}{3}$. The table of values is:
$x$$4$$2$$0$
$y$$0$$3$$6$

By plotting these points on a graph,we obtain two intersecting lines. The lines intersect each other at the point $(2,3)$ and intersect the $x$-axis at $(-1,0)$ and $(4,0)$.
Thus,the vertices of the triangle formed by these lines and the $x$-axis are $(2,3)$,$(-1,0)$,and $(4,0)$.
Solution diagram
27
Medium
The cost of $2$ pencils and $3$ erasers is ₹ $9$,and the cost of $4$ pencils and $6$ erasers is ₹ $18$. Determine the cost of each pencil and each eraser.

Solution

(D) Let the cost of one pencil be ₹ $x$ and the cost of one eraser be ₹ $y$.
According to the problem,the pair of linear equations formed are:
$2x + 3y = 9$ $...(1)$
$4x + 6y = 18$ $...(2)$
We observe that equation $(2)$ is exactly $2$ times equation $(1)$.
Dividing equation $(2)$ by $2$,we get $2x + 3y = 9$,which is identical to equation $(1)$.
Since both equations represent the same line,they are coincident.
Therefore,there are infinitely many solutions for $x$ and $y$ that satisfy these equations. We cannot determine a unique cost for each pencil and eraser.
28
Difficult
Two rails are represented by the equations $x + 2y - 4 = 0$ and $2x + 4y - 12 = 0$. Will the rails cross each other?

Solution

(B) The given pair of linear equations is:
$x + 2y - 4 = 0$ $...(1)$
$2x + 4y - 12 = 0$ $...(2)$
Comparing these equations with the standard form $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$,we get:
$a_1 = 1, b_1 = 2, c_1 = -4$
$a_2 = 2, b_2 = 4, c_2 = -12$
Now,we find the ratios of the coefficients:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{2}{4} = \frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{-4}{-12} = \frac{1}{3}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the lines represented by these equations are parallel.
Therefore,the rails will not cross each other.
29
MediumMCQ
Graphically,the pair of equations $6x - 3y + 10 = 0$ and $2x - y + 9 = 0$ represents two lines which are:
A
intersecting at exactly one point.
B
intersecting at exactly two points.
C
parallel.
D
coincident.

Solution

(C) The given equations are:
$6x - 3y + 10 = 0$ ... $(1)$
$2x - y + 9 = 0$ ... $(2)$
Comparing these with the general form $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$,we have:
$a_1 = 6, b_1 = -3, c_1 = 10$
$a_2 = 2, b_2 = -1, c_2 = 9$
Now,calculate the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{6}{2} = 3$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{-3}{-1} = 3$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{10}{9}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the lines are parallel to each other and do not intersect.
Solution diagram
30
MediumMCQ
The pair of equations $x + 2y + 5 = 0$ and $-3x - 6y + 1 = 0$ have
A
a unique solution
B
exactly two solutions
C
infinitely many solutions
D
no solution

Solution

(D) Given,the equations are $x + 2y + 5 = 0$ and $-3x - 6y + 1 = 0$.
Comparing these with the standard form $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$,we get:
$a_1 = 1, b_1 = 2, c_1 = 5$
$a_2 = -3, b_2 = -6, c_2 = 1$
Now,calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{1}{-3} = -\frac{1}{3}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{2}{-6} = -\frac{1}{3}$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{5}{1} = 5$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the lines represented by these equations are parallel.
Therefore,the pair of equations has no solution.
31
MediumMCQ
The pair of equations $x=a$ and $y=b$ graphically represents lines which are
A
parallel
B
intersecting at $(b, a)$
C
intersecting at $(a, b)$
D
coincident

Solution

(C) The equation $x=a$ represents a vertical line parallel to the $y$-axis,passing through the point $(a, 0)$ on the $x$-axis.
The equation $y=b$ represents a horizontal line parallel to the $x$-axis,passing through the point $(0, b)$ on the $y$-axis.
When these two lines are plotted on the same Cartesian plane,the vertical line $x=a$ and the horizontal line $y=b$ intersect at exactly one point.
The $x$-coordinate of the intersection point is $a$ and the $y$-coordinate is $b$.
Therefore,the lines intersect at the point $(a, b)$.
Solution diagram
32
MediumMCQ
For what value of $k,$ do the equations $3x - y + 8 = 0$ and $6x - ky = -16$ represent coincident lines?
A
$1/2$
B
$-1/2$
C
$-2$
D
$2$

Solution

(D) The condition for two lines $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$ to be coincident is $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{c_1}{c_2}$.
Given equations are $3x - y + 8 = 0$ and $6x - ky + 16 = 0$.
Comparing with the standard form,we have $a_1 = 3, b_1 = -1, c_1 = 8$ and $a_2 = 6, b_2 = -k, c_2 = 16$.
Substituting these values into the condition:
$\frac{3}{6} = \frac{-1}{-k} = \frac{8}{16}$.
Simplifying the ratios:
$\frac{1}{2} = \frac{1}{k} = \frac{1}{2}$.
From $\frac{1}{k} = \frac{1}{2}$,we get $k = 2$.
33
MediumMCQ
Do the equations $4x + 3y - 1 = 5$ and $12x + 9y = 15$ represent a pair of coincident lines? Justify your answer.
A
Yes
B
No
C
Cannot be determined
D
They are parallel lines

Solution

(B) Given equations are:
$4x + 3y - 1 = 5 \implies 4x + 3y = 6$
$12x + 9y = 15$
Comparing these with the standard form $a_1x + b_1y = c_1$ and $a_2x + b_2y = c_2$:
$a_1 = 4, b_1 = 3, c_1 = 6$
$a_2 = 12, b_2 = 9, c_2 = 15$
Calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{4}{12} = \frac{1}{3}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{3}{9} = \frac{1}{3}$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{6}{15} = \frac{2}{5}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the lines are parallel and not coincident. Therefore,the answer is No.
34
MediumMCQ
Is the pair of equations $x+2y-3=0$ and $6y+3x-9=0$ consistent? Justify your answer.
A
Yes,they are consistent.
B
No,they are inconsistent.
C
Yes,they are inconsistent.
D
No,they are consistent.

Solution

(A) Given equations are $x+2y-3=0$ and $3x+6y-9=0$.
Comparing these with the standard form $a_1x+b_1y+c_1=0$ and $a_2x+b_2y+c_2=0$,we get:
$a_1=1, b_1=2, c_1=-3$
$a_2=3, b_2=6, c_2=-9$
Now,calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{1}{3}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{2}{6} = \frac{1}{3}$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{-3}{-9} = \frac{1}{3}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the lines are coincident.
Therefore,the pair of equations has infinitely many solutions and is consistent.
35
Medium
Do the following pair of linear equations have no solution? Justify your answer.
$2x + 4y = 3$
$x = 2y$

Solution

(B) The condition for a pair of linear equations to have no solution is $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$.
Given equations are:
$2x + 4y - 3 = 0$
$x - 2y = 0$
Here,$a_1 = 2, b_1 = 4, c_1 = -3$ and $a_2 = 1, b_2 = -2, c_2 = 0$.
Calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{2}{1} = 2$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{4}{-2} = -2$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} \neq \frac{b_1}{b_2}$ $(2 \neq -2)$,the lines intersect at a unique point.
Therefore,the given pair of linear equations has a unique solution,not 'no solution'.
36
Medium
Do the following equations represent a pair of coincident lines? Justify your answer.
$3x + \frac{1}{7}y = 3$
$7x + 3y = 7$

Solution

(B) The condition for two lines to be coincident is $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{c_1}{c_2}$.
Given the pair of linear equations:
$3x + \frac{1}{7}y - 3 = 0$
$7x + 3y - 7 = 0$
Here,the coefficients are:
$a_1 = 3, b_1 = \frac{1}{7}, c_1 = -3$
$a_2 = 7, b_2 = 3, c_2 = -7$
Calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{3}{7}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{1/7}{3} = \frac{1}{21}$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{-3}{-7} = \frac{3}{7}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} \neq \frac{b_1}{b_2}$,the lines are not coincident. They intersect at a unique point.
37
Medium
Do the following equations represent a pair of coincident lines? Justify your answer.
$\frac{x}{2} + y + \frac{2}{5} = 0$
$4x + 8y + \frac{5}{16} = 0$

Solution

(N/A) The condition for two lines $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$ to be coincident is $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{c_1}{c_2}$.
Given equations are:
$1) \frac{1}{2}x + 1y + \frac{2}{5} = 0$
$2) 4x + 8y + \frac{5}{16} = 0$
Here,$a_1 = \frac{1}{2}, b_1 = 1, c_1 = \frac{2}{5}$ and $a_2 = 4, b_2 = 8, c_2 = \frac{5}{16}$.
Calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{1/2}{4} = \frac{1}{8}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{1}{8}$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{2/5}{5/16} = \frac{2}{5} \times \frac{16}{5} = \frac{32}{25}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the lines are parallel and not coincident. Therefore,the given equations do not represent a pair of coincident lines.
38
Medium
The line represented by $x=7$ is parallel to the $x$-axis. Justify whether the statement is true or not.

Solution

(N/A) The statement is false.
By observing the Cartesian plane,the equation $x=7$ represents a vertical line that passes through the point $(7, 0)$ on the $x$-axis.
Since the line is vertical,it is parallel to the $y$-axis and perpendicular to the $x$-axis.
Therefore,the given statement is incorrect.
Solution diagram
39
DifficultMCQ
Find the value of $p$ if the lines represented by the equations $3x - y - 5 = 0$ and $6x - 2y - p = 0$ are parallel.
A
$p = 10$
B
$p \neq 10$
C
$p = 5$
D
$p \neq 5$

Solution

(B) The given pair of linear equations is:
$3x - y - 5 = 0$ ... $(i)$
$6x - 2y - p = 0$ ... $(ii)$
Comparing these with the general form $ax + by + c = 0$,we get:
$a_1 = 3, b_1 = -1, c_1 = -5$
$a_2 = 6, b_2 = -2, c_2 = -p$
For two lines to be parallel,the condition is $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$.
Substituting the values,we get:
$\frac{3}{6} = \frac{-1}{-2} \neq \frac{-5}{-p}$
$\frac{1}{2} = \frac{1}{2} \neq \frac{5}{p}$
For the lines to be parallel,we must have $\frac{1}{2} \neq \frac{5}{p}$.
Cross-multiplying,we get $p \neq 10$.
Thus,the lines are parallel for all real values of $p$ except $10$.
40
MCQ
$k$ ની કઈ કિંમત માટે નીચે આપેલ સુરેખ સમીકરણોની જોડને કોઈ ઉકેલ નથી?
$3x + y = 1$
$(2k - 1)x + (k - 1)y = 2k + 1$
A
$k = 1$
B
$k = 2$
C
$k = 3$
D
$k = 4$

Solution

(B) આપેલ સમીકરણોને પ્રમાણિત સ્વરૂપમાં લખતા:
$3x + y - 1 = 0$
$(2k - 1)x + (k - 1)y - (2k + 1) = 0$
અહીં,$a_1 = 3, b_1 = 1, c_1 = -1$ અને $a_2 = 2k - 1, b_2 = k - 1, c_2 = -(2k + 1)$ છે.
સુરેખ સમીકરણોની જોડને કોઈ ઉકેલ ન હોય તેની શરત છે:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$
તેથી,$\frac{3}{2k - 1} = \frac{1}{k - 1} \neq \frac{-1}{-(2k + 1)}$
$\frac{3}{2k - 1} = \frac{1}{k - 1}$ લેતા:
$3(k - 1) = 1(2k - 1)$
$3k - 3 = 2k - 1$
$3k - 2k = -1 + 3$
$k = 2$
આમ,$k = 2$ માટે આપેલ સમીકરણોની જોડને કોઈ ઉકેલ નથી.
41
Difficult
Draw the graphs of the equations $5x - y = 5$ and $3x - y = 3$. Determine the coordinates of the vertices of the triangle formed by these lines and the $y$-axis.

Solution

(N/A) For the equation $5x - y = 5$,we can write $y = 5x - 5$. The solution table is:
$x$$0$$1$$2$
$y$$-5$$0$$5$

For the equation $3x - y = 3$,we can write $y = 3x - 3$. The solution table is:
$x$$0$$1$$2$
$y$$-3$$0$$3$

By plotting these points on a graph,we obtain two lines that intersect at the point $(1, 0)$.
The triangle is formed by the intersection of these two lines and the $y$-axis (where $x = 0$).
The vertices of the triangle are the intersection point of the two lines $(1, 0)$ and the points where each line intersects the $y$-axis,which are $(0, -3)$ and $(0, -5)$.
Thus,the coordinates of the vertices are $(1, 0)$,$(0, -3)$,and $(0, -5)$.
Solution diagram
42
MediumMCQ
Two straight paths are represented by the equations $x-3y=2$ and $-2x+6y=5$. Check whether the paths cross each other or not.
A
Yes,they cross each other.
B
No,they do not cross each other.
C
They are the same line.
D
They intersect at exactly one point.

Solution

(B) The given linear equations are:
$x-3y-2=0$ ..... $(i)$
$-2x+6y-5=0$ ..... $(ii)$
Comparing these equations with the general form $ax+by+c=0$,we get:
For equation $(i)$: $a_1=1, b_1=-3, c_1=-2$
For equation $(ii)$: $a_2=-2, b_2=6, c_2=-5$
Now,calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{1}{-2} = -\frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{-3}{6} = -\frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{-2}{-5} = \frac{2}{5}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the lines are parallel.
Therefore,the two straight paths represented by the given equations never cross each other.
43
Difficult
By the graphical method,find whether the following pair of equations are consistent or not. If consistent,solve them.
$3x + y + 4 = 0$
$6x - 2y + 4 = 0$

Solution

(A) The given pair of equations is:
$3x + y + 4 = 0 .....(i)$
$6x - 2y + 4 = 0 .....(ii)$
Comparing with $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$:
$a_1 = 3, b_1 = 1, c_1 = 4$
$a_2 = 6, b_2 = -2, c_2 = 4$
Calculating ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{3}{6} = \frac{1}{2}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{1}{-2} = -\frac{1}{2}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} \neq \frac{b_1}{b_2}$,the lines intersect at a unique point. Therefore,the system is consistent.
For equation $(i)$,$y = -3x - 4$:
$x$$0$$-1$$-2$
$y$$-4$$-1$$2$

For equation $(ii)$,$2y = 6x + 4 \Rightarrow y = 3x + 2$:
$x$$-1$$0$$1$
$y$$-1$$2$$5$

Plotting these lines on a graph,they intersect at the point $(-1, -1)$. Thus,the solution is $x = -1, y = -1$.
Solution diagram
44
Medium
By the graphical method,find whether the following pair of equations are consistent or not. If consistent,solve them.
$x - 2y = 6$
$3x - 6y = 0$

Solution

(D) The given pair of equations is:
$x - 2y = 6$ ..... $(i)$
$3x - 6y = 0$ ..... $(ii)$
Comparing these with the standard form $a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$ and $a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$,we get:
$a_1 = 1, b_1 = -2, c_1 = -6$
$a_2 = 3, b_2 = -6, c_2 = 0$
Now,calculating the ratios:
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{1}{3}$
$\frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{-2}{-6} = \frac{1}{3}$
$\frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{-6}{0}$ (which is undefined)
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} \neq \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the lines represented by these equations are parallel to each other.
Because the lines are parallel,they do not intersect at any point.
Therefore,the given pair of linear equations is inconsistent and has no solution.
45
Difficult
By the graphical method,find whether the following pair of equations are consistent or not. If consistent,solve them:
$x+y=3$
$3x+3y=9$

Solution

(CONSISTENT) Given pair of equations is:
$x+y=3 .....(i)$
$3x+3y=9 .....(ii)$
On comparing with $ax+by+c=0$,we get:
$a_1=1, b_1=1, c_1=-3$ [from Eq. $(i)$]
$a_2=3, b_2=3, c_2=-9$ [from Eq. $(ii)$]
$\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{1}{3}, \frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{1}{3}, \frac{c_1}{c_2} = \frac{-3}{-9} = \frac{1}{3}$
Since $\frac{a_1}{a_2} = \frac{b_1}{b_2} = \frac{c_1}{c_2}$,the given pair of lines is coincident. Therefore,these lines have infinitely many solutions. Hence,the given pair of linear equations is consistent.
Now,for $x+y=3 \Rightarrow y=3-x$:
$x$$0$$3$
$y$$3$$0$
Points$A$$B$

For $3x+3y=9 \Rightarrow y = \frac{9-3x}{3} = 3-x$:
$x$$0$$1$$3$
$y$$3$$2$$0$
Points$C$$D$$E$

Plotting the points $A(0,3)$ and $B(3,0)$,we get the line $AB$. Similarly,plotting the points $C(0,3), D(1,2)$,and $E(3,0)$,we get the same line. We observe that the lines represented by Eqs. $(i)$ and $(ii)$ are coincident.
Solution diagram
46
Medium
Draw the graphs of the lines $x=-2$ and $y=3$. Write the vertices of the figure formed by these lines,the $x$-axis and the $y$-axis. Also,find the area of the figure.

Solution

(N/A) We know that the graph of $x=-2$ is a line parallel to the $y$-axis at a distance of $2$ units to the left of it.
The graph of $y=3$ is a line parallel to the $x$-axis at a distance of $3$ units above it.
The figure enclosed by the lines $x=-2$,$y=3$,the $x$-axis,and the $y$-axis is $OABC$,which is a rectangle.
$A$ is a point on the $y$-axis at a distance of $3$ units above the $x$-axis. So,the coordinates of $A$ are $(0, 3)$.
$C$ is a point on the $x$-axis at a distance of $2$ units to the left of the $y$-axis. So,the coordinates of $C$ are $(-2, 0)$.
$B$ is the intersection point of the lines $x=-2$ and $y=3$. So,the coordinates of $B$ are $(-2, 3)$.
The origin $O$ is $(0, 0)$.
Thus,the vertices of the rectangle $OABC$ are $O(0, 0)$,$A(0, 3)$,$B(-2, 3)$,and $C(-2, 0)$.
The length and breadth of this rectangle are $2$ units and $3$ units,respectively.
Since the area of a rectangle $=$ length $\times$ breadth,
the area of rectangle $OABC = 2 \times 3 = 6 \text{ sq. units}$.
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Difficult
Determine,graphically,the vertices of the triangle formed by the lines $y=x$,$3y=x$,and $x+y=8$.

Solution

(O(0,0), Q(4,4), D(6,2)) The given linear equations are:
$y=x \quad (i)$
$3y=x \quad (ii)$
$x+y=8 \quad (iii)$
To find the vertices,we determine the intersection points of these lines taken in pairs.
$1$. Intersection of $(i)$ and $(ii)$:
Substituting $y=x$ into $3y=x$,we get $3x=x$,which implies $2x=0$,so $x=0$. Thus,$y=0$. The intersection point is $O(0,0)$.
$2$. Intersection of $(i)$ and $(iii)$:
Substituting $y=x$ into $x+y=8$,we get $x+x=8$,so $2x=8$,which means $x=4$. Thus,$y=4$. The intersection point is $Q(4,4)$.
$3$. Intersection of $(ii)$ and $(iii)$:
From $(ii)$,$x=3y$. Substituting this into $(iii)$,we get $3y+y=8$,so $4y=8$,which means $y=2$. Then $x=3(2)=6$. The intersection point is $D(6,2)$.
Thus,the vertices of the triangle formed by the lines are $O(0,0)$,$Q(4,4)$,and $D(6,2)$.
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Difficult
Draw the graphs of the equations $x=3, x=5$ and $2x-y-4=0$. Also,find the area of the quadrilateral formed by these lines and the $x$-axis.

Solution

(8) Given equations of lines are $2x-y-4=0$,$x=3$,and $x=5$.
For the line $2x-y-4=0$,we find two points:
$x$$0$$2$
$y=2x-4$$-4$$0$

Plot the points $P(0, -4)$ and $Q(2, 0)$ and draw the line passing through them. Also,draw the vertical lines $x=3$ and $x=5$.
The quadrilateral formed by the lines $x=3$,$x=5$,the $x$-axis,and the line $2x-y-4=0$ is a trapezium with parallel sides at $x=3$ and $x=5$.
At $x=3$,$y = 2(3)-4 = 2$. So,point $D$ is $(3, 2)$.
At $x=5$,$y = 2(5)-4 = 6$. So,point $C$ is $(5, 6)$.
The parallel sides of the trapezium are $AD = 2$ units and $BC = 6$ units. The distance between them is $AB = 5-3 = 2$ units.
Area of trapezium $= \frac{1}{2} \times (\text{sum of parallel sides}) \times (\text{height})$
$= \frac{1}{2} \times (AD + BC) \times AB$
$= \frac{1}{2} \times (2 + 6) \times 2$
$= 8 \text{ sq units}$.
Thus,the area of the quadrilateral is $8 \text{ sq units}$.
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49
Medium
Solve the following pair of linear equations using a graph: $x+y=7$,$5x+2y=20$.

Solution

(A) $x+y=7$
$\therefore y=7-x$
For $x=0, y=7-0=7$
For $x=7, y=7-7=0$
$x$ $0$ $7$
$y$ $7$ $0$

$\therefore$ Plot the ordered pairs $(0, 7)$ and $(7, 0)$ of the solution set of $x+y=7$ on the graph paper and draw the line by joining them.
$5x+2y=20$
$\therefore 2y=20-5x \quad \therefore y=\frac{20-5x}{2}$
For $x=0, y=\frac{20-0}{2}=10$
For $x=4, y=\frac{20-20}{2}=0$
$x$ $0$ $4$
$y$ $10$ $0$

$\therefore$ Plot the ordered pairs $(0, 10)$ and $(4, 0)$ of the solution set of $5x+2y=20$ on the graph paper and draw the line by joining them.
The intersection point (common point) of these two lines is $(2, 5)$,which satisfies both equations.
Thus,the solution of the pair of linear equations is $(2, 5)$.
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Medium
Solve the following pair of linear equations using a graph: $3x + 6y = 3900, x + 3y = 1300$

Solution

(N/A) For the equation $3x + 6y = 3900$:
Dividing by $3$,we get $x + 2y = 1300$,which implies $y = \frac{1300 - x}{2}$.
If $x = 0$,$y = 650$. If $x = 1300$,$y = 0$.
$x$$0$$1300$
$y$$650$$0$

Plot the points $(0, 650)$ and $(1300, 0)$ and join them to draw the line.
For the equation $x + 3y = 1300$:
This implies $y = \frac{1300 - x}{3}$.
If $x = 1300$,$y = 0$. If $x = 100$,$y = 400$.
$x$$1300$$100$
$y$$0$$400$

Plot the points $(1300, 0)$ and $(100, 400)$ and join them to draw the line.
The intersection point of these two lines is $(1300, 0)$,which satisfies both equations.
Thus,the solution is $x = 1300, y = 0$.
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