How Do You Solve a System of Equations by Graphing?

Find the solution to the following system of equations:
2x – y = 2
2x + y = 6

Note:

There are many different ways to solve a system of linear equations. In this tutorial, you'll see how to solve a system of linear equations by graphing both lines and finding their intersection. Take a look!

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