SOLUTION: Graph the following equations: x - 2y = 8 3x - 2y = 12 I am having difficulty with these problems, I am not sure what I am doing wrong but I end up with a fraction as the ans

Question 67397: Graph the following equations:
x - 2y = 8
3x - 2y = 12
I am having difficulty with these problems, I am not sure what I am doing wrong but I end up with a fraction as the answer. I think I have confussed myself to the point I cannot get back on track now. Any help would be greatful. Thanks
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Graph the following equations:
x - 2y = 8
3x - 2y = 12
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Slope-intercept form:
y=(1/2)x-4
y=(3/2)x-6
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Slopes are not the same; lines should intersect.
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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