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Infinite Solutions in Linear Equations

The document outlines the conditions for infinitely many solutions in a pair of linear equations in two variables. It specifies the general form of the equations, types of solutions, and provides a method to determine the parameter k for infinite solutions. Additionally, it includes tips and an example to illustrate the concept effectively.

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Infinite Solutions in Linear Equations

The document outlines the conditions for infinitely many solutions in a pair of linear equations in two variables. It specifies the general form of the equations, types of solutions, and provides a method to determine the parameter k for infinite solutions. Additionally, it includes tips and an example to illustrate the concept effectively.

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SSC CGL Concept Sheet - Systems of Linear Equations

Topic: Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables - Condition for Infinitely Many Solutions

1. General Form:
a1*x + b1*y + c1 = 0
a2*x + b2*y + c2 = 0

2. Types of Solutions:
- Unique solution: (a1/a2) != (b1/b2)
- No solution: (a1/a2) = (b1/b2) != (c1/c2)
- Infinite solutions: (a1/a2) = (b1/b2) = (c1/c2)

3. For infinite solutions:


a1/a2 = b1/b2 = c1/c2 = k'
=> a1 * b2 = a2 * b1
a1 * c2 = a2 * c1
(Both ratios must match)

4. Short Trick for Parameter k:


- Express both equations coefficients in terms of k.
- Solve a1*b2 - a2*b1 = 0 for k.
- Check that the same k satisfies a1*c2 - a2*c1 = 0.

5. Example from Practice:


k*x + 3*y - (k - 3) = 0
12*x + k*y - k = 0
For infinite solutions:
k* k = 12*3 and k*(-k) = 12*(-(k-3))
Solve both to find valid k.
6. Tips:
* Always write ratios a1:a2 = b1:b2 = c1:c2
* Use cross-multiplication method: a1/b1 = a2/b2 etc
* Check both coefficient and constant term ratios
* Avoid arithmetic mistakes by simplifying one ratio at a time

Remember, infinite solutions mean both lines are the same line.

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