SOLUTION: By looking at two linear equations, how can you tell that the corresponding lines are parallel?

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Question 296616: By looking at two linear equations, how can you tell that the corresponding lines are parallel?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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If the linear equations are in slope intercept form you can compare the m(slopes).
If the linear equations are in standard form you can see -a/b are the slopes and compare.
If the slopes are equal the lines are parallel.