Week 5 Discussion: Systems of Equations in the Real World

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Required Resources

Read/review the following resources for this activity:

• OpenStax Textbook Readings
  
• Lesson in Canvas
• Assignments in Knewton
  • Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving
  • Mixture Problems and Systems of Equations

Initial Post Instructions

If you have a problem that has multiple variables, you can solve it using a system of equations. Think of a real-world example where you would need to solve using a system of equations. Write two or three sentences describing your example. Include the equations in your description, but do not solve the system. That will be left to your classmates.

Follow-Up Post Instructions

Respond to at least two peers in a substantive, content-specific way. Further the dialogue by providing more information and clarification.

Writing Requirements

• Minimum of 3 posts (1 initial & 2 follow-up) with first post by Wednesday
• APA format for in-text citations and list of references

Grading

This activity will be graded using the Discussion Grading Rubric. Please review the following link:

• Link (webpage): Discussion Guidelines

Course Outcomes (CO): 4

Due Date for Initial Post: By 11:59 p.m. MT on Wednesday