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Write the each equation in slope-intercept form y = mx + b.
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Graph the equations and find the intersection point.![\"system](\"/userfiles/image/Library/Algebra%202/system_equations_x-2y=8_and_1by2x-y=4_graph.gif\")
The graphs do not intersect.![\"\"](\"http://www.mathskey.com/userfiles/image/steps_images/step3.JPG\")
Since their graphs are parallel lines. there is no solution .This system is inconsistent.![\"\"](\"http://www.mathskey.com/userfiles/image/steps_images/solution.JPG\")
The system is inconsistent.