Which describes the lines in this system?
The lines intersect at one point
The lines are perpendicular
The lines are identical
The lines are parallel but not identical
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the correct answer. Let's check the relationship.
Step 1: Multiply the first equation by 2:
This is exactly the second equation!
Step 2: Since both equations represent the same line, they are identical (coincident).
This means infinitely many solutions—every point on the line satisfies both equations.
💡 Strategic Tip: Identical lines are a special case of "infinitely many solutions."
Choice A is incorrect because intersecting at one point requires different slopes.
Choice B is incorrect because perpendicular lines have slopes whose product is . Here, both have slope .
Choice D is incorrect because the lines are not just parallel—they're the same line.