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The NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Maths Chapter 3 helps students understand the concept of graph plotting and forming straight lines using linear equations in two variables. The Pair Of Linear equations in two variables are used to define a line that can be plotted on a graph. The solutions to these equations are represented as points on the graph. In this chapter, we discuss linear equations in two variables from straight lines.

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1. NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Maths Chapter 3 Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables - Free PDF
2. Glance on Maths Chapter 3 Class 10 - Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
3. Access Exercise Wise NCERT Solutions for Chapter 3 Maths Class 10
4. Exercises under NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Maths Chapter 3
5. Access NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Maths Chapter 3 – Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
    5.1Exercise 3.1
6. Also You Can Find the Solutions of All the Maths Chapters Below.
    6.13. Introduction
    6.23.1 Importance
    6.33.2 Pair of Linear Equations
    6.43.3 Graphical Method of Solution of a Pair of Linear Equations
    6.53.4 Algebraic Methods of Solving a Pair of Linear Equations
    6.63.5 Solving Word Problems:
    6.73.6 Equations Reducible to a Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
7. Summary of Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables
8. Overview of Deleted Syllabus for CBSE Class 10 Maths Chapter - 3
9. Class 10 Maths Chapter 3: Exercise Breakdown
10. Other Related Links for CBSE Class 10 Maths Chapter 3
11. Chapter-Specific NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Maths
12. NCERT Study Resources for Class 10 Maths
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The free PDF of Class 10 Maths Chapter 3 Solutions pdf download is available on Vedantu, providing students with a better understanding of the problems. It covers solutions to every exercise in this chapter and is updated according to the latest CBSE syllabus


Glance on Maths Chapter 3 Class 10 - Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables

  • Chapter 3 of Class 10 Maths deals with solving systems of two linear equations in two variables. 

  • There are two main methods to find the solution (values of x and y that satisfy both equations) one is Graphical Method and the other is Algebraic Method.

  • Types of Solutions in Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables are:

  • Consistent Pair (one set of values for x and y).

  • Inconsistent Pair (no values of x and y satisfy both equations).

  • Dependent Pair (any value of x will give a corresponding y value that satisfies both equations).

  • This article helps you with techniques to solve these different scenarios and understand the relationship between the equations and their graphical representations.

  • This article contains chapter notes, important questions, exemplar solutions and exercises links for Chapter 3 - Matrices, which you can download as PDFs.

  • There are three exercises (12 fully solved questions) in class 10th maths chapter 3 Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables.


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Exercises under NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Maths Chapter 3

Exercise 3.1: This exercise involves solving word problems by setting up a pair of linear equations. Students will need to translate word problems into mathematical equations and solve them to find the solution.

Exercise 3.2: This exercise covers the concept of cross-multiplication and its application in solving linear equations. Students will learn to solve equations using the cross-multiplication method and will also solve problems related to this topic.

Exercise 3.3: This exercise involves solving equations that are reducible to a pair of linear equations in two variables. Students will learn to reduce equations to linear form and solve them.


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Exercise 3.1

1. Form the pair of linear equations in the following problems, and find their solutions graphically.

(i) \[\mathbf{10}\] students of \[\mathbf{Class}\text{ }\mathbf{X}\] took part in a Mathematics quiz. If the number of girls is \[\mathbf{4}\] more than the number of boys, find the number of boys and girls who took part in the quiz.

Ans (i): Assuming that the number of girls and boys be \[x\] and \[y\] respectively.

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[x+y=10\]

\[x-y=4\]

Solution table for \[x+y=10\]-

\[x=10-y\]

 

\[x\]

\[5\]

\[4\]

\[6\]

\[y\]

\[5\]

\[6\]

\[4\]

 

Solution table for \[x-y=4\]-

\[x=4+y\]

 

\[x\]

\[5\]

\[4\]

\[3\]

\[y\]

\[1\]

\[0\]

\[-1\]

 

Graphical representation-

 

the point of intersection.png


 

As we can see from the graph above, the point of intersection for the lines is \[\left( 7,3 \right)\]. Therefore, we can say that there are \[7\] girls and \[3\] boys in the class.

 

(ii) \[\mathbf{5}\] pencils and \[\mathbf{7}\] pens together cost \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{50}\], whereas \[\mathbf{7}\] pencils and \[\mathbf{5}\] pens together cost \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{46}\]. Find the cost of one pencil and that of one pen.

Ans (ii): Assuming that the cost of \[1\] pencil and \[1\] pen be \[x\] and \[y\] respectively.

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[5x+7y=50\]

\[7x+5y=46\]

Solution table for \[5x+7y=50\]-

\[x=\frac{50-7y}{5}\]

 

\[x\]

\[3\]

\[10\]

\[-4\]

\[y\]

\[5\]

\[0\]

\[10\]

 

Solution table for \[7x+5y=46\]-

\[x=\frac{46-5y}{7}\]

 

\[x\]

\[8\]

\[3\]

\[-2\]

\[y\]

\[-2\]

\[5\]

\[12\]

 

Graphical representation-

 

the point of intersection for the lines.png



As we can see from the graph above, the point of intersection for the lines is \[\left( 3,5 \right)\]. Therefore, we can say that the cost of a pencil is \[Rs\text{ }3\] and the cost of a pen is \[Rs\text{ 5}\].

 

2. On comparing the ratios \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}},\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\] and \[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\], find out whether the lines representing the following pairs of linear equations at a point, are parallel or coincident-

(i) \[\mathbf{5x}-\mathbf{4y}+\mathbf{8}=\mathbf{0}\]

\[\mathbf{7x}+\mathbf{6y}-\mathbf{9}=\mathbf{0}\]

Ans: \[5x-4y+8=0\]

\[7x+6y-9=0\]

Calculating the values of \[{{a}_{1}},{{b}_{1}},{{c}_{1}},{{a}_{2}},{{b}_{2}}\] and \[{{c}_{2}}\] by comparing the above equations with \[{{a}_{1}}x+{{b}_{1}}y+{{c}_{1}}=0\] and \[{{a}_{2}}x+{{b}_{2}}y+{{c}_{2}}=0\],

\[{{a}_{1}}=5\], \[{{b}_{1}}=-4\], \[{{c}_{1}}=8\]

\[{{a}_{2}}=7\], \[{{b}_{2}}=6\], \[{{c}_{2}}=-9\]

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{5}{7}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{-4}{6}=\frac{-2}{3}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\].

Therefore, the given pair of equations have a unique solution, that is, the lines intersect at exactly one point.

 

(ii) \[\mathbf{9x}+\mathbf{3y}+\mathbf{12}=\mathbf{0}\]

\[\mathbf{18x}+\mathbf{6y}+\mathbf{24}=\mathbf{0}\]

Ans (ii): Calculating the values of \[{{a}_{1}},{{b}_{1}},{{c}_{1}},{{a}_{2}},{{b}_{2}}\] and \[{{c}_{2}}\] by comparing the above equations with \[{{a}_{1}}x+{{b}_{1}}y+{{c}_{1}}=0\] and \[{{a}_{2}}x+{{b}_{2}}y+{{c}_{2}}=0\],

\[{{a}_{1}}=9\], \[{{b}_{1}}=3\], \[{{c}_{1}}=12\]

\[{{a}_{2}}=18\], \[{{b}_{2}}=6\], \[{{c}_{2}}=24\]

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\].

Therefore, the lines representing the given pair of equations have infinite solutions as they are coincident.

 

(iii) \[\mathbf{6x}-\mathbf{3y}+\mathbf{10}=\mathbf{0}\]

\[\mathbf{2x}-\mathbf{y}+\mathbf{9}=\mathbf{0}\]

Ans (iii): Calculating the values of \[{{a}_{1}},{{b}_{1}},{{c}_{1}},{{a}_{2}},{{b}_{2}}\] and \[{{c}_{2}}\] by comparing the above equations with \[{{a}_{1}}x+{{b}_{1}}y+{{c}_{1}}=0\] and \[{{a}_{2}}x+{{b}_{2}}y+{{c}_{2}}=0\],

\[{{a}_{1}}=6\], \[{{b}_{1}}=-3\], \[{{c}_{1}}=10\]

\[{{a}_{2}}=2\], \[{{b}_{2}}=-1\], \[{{c}_{2}}=9\]

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{3}{1}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{3}{1}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{10}{9}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\].

Therefore, the lines representing the given pair of equations have no solutions as they are parallel to each other.

 

3. On comparing the ratios \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}},\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\] and \[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\], find out whether the following pairs of linear equations are consistent, or inconsistent.

(i) \[3\mathbf{x}+2\mathbf{y}=5;2x-3y=7\]

Ans (i): For the given equations-

 \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{3}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{-2}{3}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{5}{7}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\].

So, the given pair of equations have a unique solution, that is, the lines intersect at exactly one point. 

Therefore, the given pair of lines is consistent.

 

(ii) \[2x-3y=8;4\mathbf{x}-6\mathbf{y}=9\]

Ans (ii): For the given equations-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{8}{9}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\].

So, the lines representing the given pair of equations have no solutions as they are parallel to each other.

Therefore, the given pair of lines is inconsistent.

 

(iii) \[\frac{3}{2}x+\frac{5}{3}y=7;9\mathbf{x}-10\mathbf{y}=14\]

Ans (iii): For the given equations-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{6}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{-1}{6}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{4}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\].

So, the given pair of equations have a unique solution, that is, the lines intersect at exactly one point. 

Therefore, the given pair of lines is consistent.

 

(iv) \[5x-3y=11;-10\mathbf{x}+6\mathbf{y}=-22\]

Ans (iv): For the given equations-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{-1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{-1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{-1}{2}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\].

So, the lines representing the given pair of equations have infinite number of solutions as they are coincident.

Therefore, the given pair of lines is consistent.

 

(v) \[\frac{4}{3}x+2y=8;2\mathbf{x}+3\mathbf{y}=12\]

Ans (v): For the given equations-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{2}{3}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{2}{3}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{2}{3}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\].

So, the lines representing the given pair of equations have an infinite number of solutions as they are coincident.

Therefore, the given pair of lines is consistent.

 

4. Which of the following pairs of linear equations are consistent/ inconsistent? If consistent, obtain the solution graphically-

(i) \[x+y=5;2\mathbf{x}+2\mathbf{y}=10\]

Ans (i): For the given equations-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\].

So, the lines representing the given pair of equations have infinite number of solutions as they are coincident.

Therefore, the given pair of lines is consistent.

Solution table for \[x+y=5\]-

\[x=5-y\]

 

\[x\]

\[4\]

\[3\]

\[2\]

\[y\]

\[1\]

\[2\]

\[3\]

 

Solution table for \[2x+2y=10\]-

\[x=\frac{10-2y}{2}\]

 

\[x\]

\[4\]

\[3\]

\[2\]

\[y\]

\[1\]

\[2\]

\[3\]

 

Graphical representation-

 

the two lines are overlapping.png



As shown in the graph above, the two lines are overlapping each other. Hence, they have infinite solutions.

 

(ii) \[x-y=8;3\mathbf{x}-3\mathbf{y}=16\]

Ans (ii): For the given equations-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{3}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{3}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\].

So, the lines representing the given pair of equations have no solutions as they are parallel to each other.

Therefore, the given pair of lines is inconsistent.

 

(iii) \[2x+y-6=0;4\mathbf{x}-2\mathbf{y}-4=0\]

Ans (iii): For the given equations-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{-1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{3}{2}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\].

So, the given pair of equations have a unique solution, that is, the lines intersect at exactly one point. 

Therefore, the given pair of lines is consistent.

Solution table for \[2x+y-6=0\]-

\[y=6-2x\]

 

\[x\]

\[0\]

\[1\]

\[2\]

\[y\]

\[6\]

\[4\]

\[2\]

 

Solution table for \[4x-2y-4=0\]-

\[y=\frac{4x-4}{2}\]

 

\[x\]

\[1\]

\[2\]

\[3\]

\[y\]

\[0\]

\[2\]

\[4\]

 

Graphical representation-

 

two lines intersect.png


 

As shown in the graph above, the two lines intersect each other at only one point \[\left( 2,2 \right)\].

 

(iv) \[2x-2y-2=0;4\mathbf{x}-4\mathbf{y}-5=0\]

Ans (iv):  For the given equations-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{2}{5}\]

Since \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\].

So, the lines representing the given pair of equations have no solutions as they are parallel to each other.

Therefore, the given pair of lines is inconsistent.

 

5. Half the perimeter of a rectangular garden, whose length is \[\mathbf{4}\text{ }\mathbf{m}\] more than its width, is \[\mathbf{36}\text{ }\mathbf{m}\]. Find the dimensions of the garden.

Ans: Assuming that the width and length of the garden be \[x\] and \[y\] respectively.

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[y-x=4\]

\[x+y=36\]

Solution table for \[y-x=4\]-

\[y=x+4\]

 

\[x\]

\[0\]

\[80\]

\[12\]

\[y\]

\[4\]

\[12\]

\[16\]

 

Solution table for \[x+y=36\]-

\[y=36-x\]

 

\[x\]

\[0\]

\[36\]

\[16\]

\[y\]

\[36\]

\[0\]

\[20\]

 

Graphical representation-

 

two lines intersect each other at only one point


 

As shown in the graph above, the two lines intersect each other at only one point \[\left( 16,20 \right)\]. Therefore the length of the garden is \[20\text{ }m\] and its breadth is \[\text{16 }m\].

 

6. Given the linear equation \[\mathbf{2x}+\mathbf{3y}-\mathbf{8}=\mathbf{0}\], write another linear equations in two variables such that the geometrical representation of the pair so formed is-

(i) Intersecting lines

Ans (i): If two lines are intersecting then-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\]

So, taking the second line as \[2x+4y-6=0\],

Now, 

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=1\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{3}{4}\]

As \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\], the two lines are interesting each other.

 

(ii) Parallel lines

Ans: If two lines are intersecting then-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\]

So, taking the second line as \[4x+6y-8=0\],

Now, 

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{2}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=1\]

As \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}\ne \frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\], the two lines are parallel to each other.

 

(iii) Coincident lines

Ans: If two lines are intersecting then-

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\]

So, taking the second line as \[6x+9y-24=0\],

Now, 

\[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{3}\]

\[\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{3}\]

\[\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}=\frac{1}{3}\]

As \[\frac{{{a}_{1}}}{{{a}_{2}}}=\frac{{{b}_{1}}}{{{b}_{2}}}=\frac{{{c}_{1}}}{{{c}_{2}}}\], the two lines are coincident.

 

7. Draw the graphs of the equations \[\mathbf{x}-\mathbf{y}+\mathbf{1}=\mathbf{0}\] and \[\mathbf{3x}+\mathbf{2y}-\mathbf{12}=\mathbf{0}\]. Determine the coordinates of the vertices of the triangle formed by these lines and the \[x-axis\], and shade the triangular region.

Ans: Solution table for \[x-y+1=0\]-

\[x=y-1\]

 

\[x\]

\[0\]

\[1\]

\[2\]

\[y\]

\[1\]

\[2\]

\[3\]

 

Solution table for \[3x+2y-12=0\]-

\[x=\frac{12-2y}{3}\]

 

\[x\]

\[4\]

\[2\]

\[0\]

\[y\]

\[0\]

\[3\]

\[6\]

 

Graphical representation-

 

the lines are intersecting each other at point.png


 

As shown in the graph above, the lines are intersecting each other at point \[\left( 2,3 \right)\] and \[x-axis\] at \[\left( -1,0 \right)\] and \[\left( 4,0 \right)\]. So the obtained triangle has vertices \[\left( 2,3 \right)\], \[\left( -1,0 \right)\] and \[\left( 4,0 \right)\].

 

Exercise 3.2

1. Solve the following pair of linear equations by the substitution method.

(i) \[x+y=14;x-y=4\]

Ans (i): The given equations are-

\[x+y=14\]           …… (i)

\[x-y=4\]             …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[x=14-y\]          …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii), we get

\[\left( 14-y \right)-y=4\]

\[14-2y=4\]

\[10=2y\]

\[y=5\]                  …… (iv)

Substituting (iv) in (iii), we get

\[x=9\]

Therefore, \[x=9\] and \[y=5\].

 

(ii) \[s-t=3;\frac{s}{3}+\frac{t}{2}=6\]

Ans (ii): The given equations are-

\[s-t=3\]           …… (i)

\[\frac{s}{3}+\frac{t}{2}=6\]       …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[s=t+3\]          …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii), we get

\[\frac{t+3}{3}+\frac{t}{2}=6\]

\[2t+6+3t=36\]

\[5t=30\]

\[t=6\]                  …… (iv)

Substituting (iv) in (iii), we get

\[s=9\]

Therefore, \[s=9\] and \[t=6\].

 

(iii) \[3x-y=3;9x-3y=9\]

Ans (iii): The given equations are-

\[3x-y=3\]           …… (i)

\[9x-3y=9\]             …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[y=3x-3\]          …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii), we get

\[9x-3\left( 3x-3 \right)=9\]

\[9x-9x+9=9\]

\[9=9\]

For all \[x\] and \[y\].

Therefore, the given equations have infinite solutions. One of the solution is \[x=1,y=0\].

 

(iv) \[0.2x-0.3y=1.3;0.4x+0.5y=2.3\]

Ans (iv): The given equations are-

\[0.2x-0.3y=1.3\]           …… (i)

\[0.4x+0.5y=2.3\]             …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[x=\frac{1.3-0.3y}{0.2}\]          …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii), we get

\[0.4\left( \frac{1.3-0.3y}{0.2} \right)-0.5y=2.3\]

\[2.6-0.6y+0.5y=2.3\]

\[2.6-2.3=0.1y\]

\[y=3\]                  …… (iv)

Substituting (iv) in (iii), we get

\[x=\frac{1.3-0.3\left( 3 \right)}{0.2}\]

\[x=2\]

Therefore, \[x=2\] and \[y=3\].

 

(v) \[\sqrt{2}x-\sqrt{3}y=0;\sqrt{3}x-\sqrt{8}y=0\]

Ans (v): The given equations are-

\[\sqrt{2}x-\sqrt{3}y=0\]           …… (i)

\[\sqrt{3}x-\sqrt{8}y=0\]             …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[x=\frac{-\sqrt{3}y}{\sqrt{2}}\]          …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii), we get

\[\sqrt{3}\left( \frac{-\sqrt{3}y}{\sqrt{2}} \right)-\sqrt{8}y=0\]

\[\frac{-\sqrt{3}y}{\sqrt{2}}-2\sqrt{2}y=0\]

\[y\left( \frac{-\sqrt{3}}{\sqrt{2}}-2\sqrt{2} \right)=0\]

\[y=0\]                  …… (iv)

Substituting (iv) in (iii), we get

\[x=0\]

Therefore, \[x=0\] and \[y=0\].

 

(vi) \[\frac{3x}{2}-\frac{5y}{3}=-2;\frac{x}{3}+\frac{y}{2}=\frac{13}{6}\]

Ans (vi): The given equations are-

\[\frac{3x}{2}-\frac{5y}{3}=-2\]           …… (i)

\[\frac{x}{3}+\frac{y}{2}=\frac{13}{6}\]             …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[x=\frac{-12+10y}{9}\]          …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii), we get

\[\frac{\left( \frac{-12+10y}{9} \right)}{3}+\frac{y}{2}=\frac{13}{6}\]

\[\frac{-12+10y}{27}+\frac{y}{2}=\frac{13}{6}\]

\[\frac{-24+20y+27y}{54}=\frac{13}{6}\]

\[47y=141\]

\[y=3\]                  …… (iv)

Substituting (iv) in (iii), we get

\[x=2\]

Therefore, \[x=0\] and \[y=3\].

 

2. Solve \[\mathbf{2x}+\mathbf{3y}=\mathbf{11}\] and \[\mathbf{2x}-\mathbf{4y}=-\mathbf{24}\] and hence find the value of ‘\[m\]’ for which \[\mathbf{y}=\mathbf{mx}+\mathbf{3}\].

Ans: The given equations are-

\[2x+3y=11\]           …… (i)

\[2x-4y=-24\]             …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[x=\frac{11-3y}{2}\]          …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii), we get

\[2\left( \frac{11-3y}{2} \right)-4y=-24\]

\[11-3y-4y=-24\]

\[-7y=-35\]

\[y=5\]                  …… (iv)

Substituting (iv) in (iii), we get

\[x=-2\]

Therefore, \[x=-2\] and \[y=5\].

Calculating the value of \[m\]-

\[y=mx+3\]

\[5=-2m+3\]

\[m=-1\]

 

3. Form the pair of linear equations for the following problems and find their solution by substitution method.

(i) The difference between two numbers is \[\mathbf{26}\] and one number is three times the other. Find them.

Ans (i): Assuming one number be \[x\] and another number be \[y\] such that \[y>x\],

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[y=3x\]             …… (i)

\[y-x=26\]    …… (ii)

Substituting the value of \[y\] from equation (i) in equation (ii), we get

\[3x-x=26\]

\[2x=26\]

\[x=13\]                  …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in (i), we get

\[y=39\]

Therefore, \[x=13\] and \[y=39\].

 

(ii) The larger of two supplementary angles exceeds the smaller by \[\mathbf{18}\] degrees. Find them.

Ans (ii): Assuming the larger angle be \[x\] and smaller angle be \[y\]. 

The sum of a pair of supplementary angles is always \[{{180}^{\circ }}\].

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[x+y=180\]             …… (i)

\[x-y=18\]    …… (ii)

Substituting the value of \[x\] from equation (i) in equation (ii), we get

\[180-y-y=18\]

\[162=2y\]

\[y=81\]                  …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in (i), we get

\[x=99\]

Therefore, the two angles are  \[x={{99}^{\circ }}\] and \[y={{81}^{\circ }}\].

 

(iii) The coach of a cricket team buys \[\mathbf{7}\] bats and 6 balls for \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{3800}\]. Later, she buys \[\mathbf{3}\] bats and \[\mathbf{5}\] balls for \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{1750}\]. Find the cost of each bat and each ball.

Ans (iii): Assuming the cost of a bat is \[x\] and the cost of a ball is \[y\].

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[7x+6y=3800\]             …… (i)

\[3x+5y=1750\]    …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[y=\frac{3800-7x}{6}\]       …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii)- 

\[3x+5\left( \frac{3800-7x}{6} \right)=1750\]

\[3x+\frac{9500}{3}-\frac{35x}{6}=1750\]

\[3x-\frac{35x}{6}=1750-\frac{9500}{3}\]

\[\frac{18x-35x}{6}=\frac{5250-9500}{3}\]

\[\frac{17x}{6}=\frac{-4250}{3}\]

\[x=500\]                  …… (iv)

Substituting (iv) in (iii), we get

\[y=\frac{3800-7\left( 500 \right)}{6}\]

\[y=50\]

Therefore, the bat costs \[Rs\text{ }500\] and the ball costs \[Rs\text{ }50\].

 

(iv) The taxi charges in a city consist of a fixed charge together with the charge for the distance covered. For a distance of \[\mathbf{10}\text{ }\mathbf{km}\], the charge paid is \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{105}\] and for a journey of \[\mathbf{15}\text{ }\mathbf{km}\], the charge paid is \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{155}\]. What are the fixed charges and the charge per km? How much does a person have to pay for travelling a distance of \[\mathbf{25}\text{ }\mathbf{km}\].

Ans (iv): Assuming the fixed charge be \[Rs\text{ }x\] and the per km charge be \[Rs\text{ y}\].

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[x+10y=105\]             …… (i)

\[x+15y=155\]    …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[x=105-10y\]       …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii)- 

\[105-10y+15y=155\]

\[5y=50\]

\[y=10\]                  …… (iv)

Substituting (iv) in (iii), we get

\[x=105-10\left( 10 \right)\]

\[x=5\]

Therefore, the fixed charge is \[Rs\text{ }5\] and the per km charge is \[Rs\text{ 10}\].

So, charge for \[25\text{ }km\] will be-

\[=Rs\text{ }\left( x+25y \right)\]

\[=Rs\text{ 255}\]

 

(v) A fraction becomes \[\frac{9}{11}\], if \[\mathbf{2}\] is added to both the numerator and the denominator. If, \[\mathbf{3}\] is added to both the numerator and the denominator it becomes \[\frac{5}{6}\]. Find the fraction.

Ans (v): Assuming the fraction be \[\frac{x}{y}\].

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[\frac{x+2}{y+2}=\frac{9}{11}\]

\[11x+22=9y+18\]

\[11x-9y=-4\]             …… (i)

\[\frac{x+3}{y+3}=\frac{5}{6}\]

\[6x+18=5y+15\]

\[6x-5y=-3\]    …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[x=\frac{-4+9y}{11}\]       …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii)- 

\[6\left( \frac{-4+9y}{11} \right)-5y=-3\]

\[-24+54y-55y=-33\]

\[y=9\]                  …… (iv)

Substituting (iv) in (iii), we get

\[x=\frac{-4+9\left( 9 \right)}{11}\]

\[x=7\]

Therefore, the fraction is \[\frac{7}{9}\].

 

(vi) Five years hence, the age of Jacob will be three times that of his son. Five years ago, Jacob’s age was seven times that of his son. What are their present ages?

Ans (vi): Assuming the age of Jacob be \[x\] and the age of his son be \[y\].

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the .question-

\[\left( x+5 \right)=3\left( y+5 \right)\]

\[x-3y=10\]             …… (i)

\[\left( x-5 \right)=7\left( y-5 \right)\]

\[x-7y=-30\]    …… (ii)

From equation (i)-

\[x=3y+10\]       …… (iii)

Substituting (iii) in equation (ii)- 

\[3y+10-7y=-30\]

\[-4y=-40\]

\[y=10\]                  …… (iv)

Substituting (iv) in (iii), we get

\[x=3\left( 10 \right)+10\]

\[x=40\]

Therefore, Jacob’s present age is \[40\] years and his son’s present age is \[10\] years.

 

Exercise 3.3

1. Solve the following pair of linear equations by the elimination method and the substitution method-

(i) \[\mathbf{x}+\mathbf{y}=\mathbf{5}\] and \[\mathbf{2x}\mathbf{3y}=\mathbf{4}\] 

Ans (i): 

Elimination method

The given equations are-

\[x+y=5\]          …… (i)

\[2x-3y=4\]   …… (ii)

Multiplying equation (ii) by \[2\], we get

\[2x+2y=10\]   …… (iii)

Subtracting equation (ii) from equation (iii), we obtain

\[5y=6\]

\[y=\frac{6}{5}\]              …… (iv)

Substituting the value of (iv) in equation (i), we get

\[x=5-\frac{6}{5}\]

\[x=\frac{19}{5}\]

Therefore, \[x=\frac{19}{5}\] and \[y=\frac{6}{5}\].

Substitution method-

From equation (i) we get

\[x=5-y\]      …… (v)

Substituting (v) in equation (ii), we get

\[2\left( 5-y \right)-3y=4\]

\[-5y=-6\]

\[y=\frac{6}{5}\]            …… (vi)

Substituting (vi) in equation (v), we obtain

\[x=5-\frac{6}{5}\]

\[x=\frac{19}{5}\]

Therefore, \[x=\frac{19}{5}\] and \[y=\frac{6}{5}\].

 

(ii) \[\mathbf{3x}+\mathbf{4y}=\mathbf{10}\] and \[\mathbf{2x}\mathbf{2y}=\mathbf{2}\]

Ans (ii): Elimination method

The given equations are-

\[3x+4y=10\]          …… (i)

\[2x-2y=2\]   …… (ii)

Multiplying equation (ii) by \[2\], we get

\[4x-4y=4\]   …… (iii)

Adding equation (ii) and (iii), we obtain

\[7x=14\]

\[x=2\]              …… (iv)

Substituting the value of (iv) in equation (i), we get

\[6+4y=10\]

\[4y=4\]

\[y=1\]

Therefore, \[x=2\] and \[y=1\].

Substitution method-

From equation (ii) we get

\[x=1+y\]      …… (v)

Substituting (v) in equation (i), we get

\[3\left( 1+y \right)+4y=10\]

\[7y=7\]

\[y=1\]            …… (vi)

Substituting (vi) in equation (v), we obtain

\[x=1+1\]

\[x=2\]

Therefore, \[x=2\] and \[y=1\].

 

(iii) \[\mathbf{3x}\mathbf{5y}\mathbf{4}=\mathbf{0}\] and \[\mathbf{9x}=\mathbf{2y}+\mathbf{7}\]

Ans (iii): Elimination method

The given equations are-

\[3x-5y-4=0\]          …… (i)

\[9x=2y+7\]

\[9x-2y=7\]   …… (ii)

Multiplying equation (i) by \[3\], we get

\[9x-15y-12=0\]   …… (iii)

Subtracting equation (iii) from equation (ii), we obtain

\[13y=-5\]

\[y=-\frac{5}{13}\]              …… (iv)

Substituting the value of (iv) in equation (i), we get

\[3x+\frac{25}{13}-4=0\]

\[3x=\frac{27}{13}\]

\[x=\frac{9}{13}\]

Therefore, \[x=\frac{9}{13}\] and \[y=-\frac{5}{13}\].

Substitution method-

From equation (i) we get

\[x=\frac{5y+4}{3}\]      …… (v)

Substituting (v) in equation (ii), we get

\[9\left( \frac{5y+4}{3} \right)-2y-7=0\]

\[13y=-5\]

\[y=\frac{-5}{13}\]            …… (vi)

Substituting (vi) in equation (v), we obtain

\[x=\frac{5\left( \frac{-5}{13} \right)+4}{3}\]

\[x=\frac{9}{13}\]

Therefore, \[x=\frac{9}{13}\] and \[y=\frac{-5}{13}\].

 

(iv) \[\frac{x}{2}+\frac{2y}{3}=-1\] and \[x-\frac{y}{3}=3\]

Ans (iv): Elimination method

The given equations are-

\[\frac{x}{2}+\frac{2y}{3}=-1\]

\[3x+4y=-6\]          …… (i)

\[x-\frac{y}{3}=3\]

\[3x-y=9\]   …… (ii)

Subtracting equation (ii) from equation (i), we obtain

\[5y=-15\]

\[y=-3\]              …… (iv)

Substituting the value of (iv) in equation (i), we get

\[3x+4\left( -3 \right)=-6\]

\[3x=6\]

\[x=2\]

Therefore, \[x=2\] and \[y=-3\].

Substitution method-

From equation (ii) we get

\[x=\frac{y+9}{3}\]      …… (v)

Substituting (v) in equation (i), we get

\[3\left( \frac{y+9}{3} \right)+4y=-6\]

\[5y=-15\]

\[y=-3\]            …… (vi)

Substituting (vi) in equation (v), we obtain

\[x=\frac{-3+9}{3}\]

\[x=2\]

Therefore, \[x=2\] and \[y=-3\].

 

2. Form the pair of linear equations in the following problems, and find their solutions (if they exist) by the elimination method-

(i) If we add \[\mathbf{1}\] to the numerator and subtract \[\mathbf{1}\] from the denominator, a fraction reduces to \[\mathbf{1}\]. It becomes \[\frac{\mathbf{1}}{2}\] if we only add \[\mathbf{1}\] to the denominator. What is the fraction?

Ans (i): Assuming the fraction be \[\frac{x}{y}\].

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[\frac{x+1}{y-1}=1\]

\[x-y=-2\]             …… (i)

\[\frac{x}{y+1}=1\]

\[2x-y=1\]    …… (ii)

Subtracting equation (i) from equation (ii), we obtain

\[x=3\]              …… (iii)

Substituting the value of (iii) in equation (i), we get

\[3-y=-2\]

\[y=5\]

Therefore, \[x=2\] and \[y=-3\].

Hence the fraction is \[\frac{3}{5}\].

 

(ii) Five years ago, Nuri was thrice as old as Sonu. Ten years later, Nuri will be twice as old as Sonu. How old are Nuri and Sonu?

Ans (ii): Assuming the present age of Nuri be \[x\] and present age of Sonu be \[y\].

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[\left( x-5 \right)=3\left( y-5 \right)\]

\[x-3y=-10\]             …… (i)

\[\left( x+10 \right)=2\left( y+10 \right)\]

\[x-2y=10\]    …… (ii)

Subtracting equation (i) from equation (ii), we obtain

\[y=20\]              …… (iii)

Substituting the value of (iii) in equation (i), we get

\[x-60=-10\]

\[x=50\]

Therefore, \[x=50\] and \[y=20\].

Hence Nuri’s present age is \[50\] years and Sonu’s present age is \[20\] years.

 

(iii) The sum of the digits of a two-digit number is \[\mathbf{9}\]. Also, nine times this number is twice the number obtained by reversing the order of the digits. Find the number.

Ans (iii): Assuming the unit digit of the number be \[x\] and the tens digit be \[y\].

Therefore, the number is \[10y+x\]

The number after reversing the digits is \[10x+y\].

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[x+y=9\]             …… (i)

\[9\left( 10y+x \right)=2\left( 10x+y \right)\]

\[-x+8y=0\]    …… (ii)

Adding equation (i) and (ii), we obtain

\[9y=9\]

\[y=1\]              …… (iii)

Substituting the value of (iii) in equation (i), we get

\[x=8\]

Therefore, \[x=8\] and \[y=1\].

Hence the number is \[10y+x=18\].

 

(iv) Meena went to bank to withdraw \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{2000}\]. She asked the cashier to give her \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{50}\] and \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{100}\] notes only. Meena got \[\mathbf{25}\] notes in all. Find how many notes of \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{50}\] and \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{100}\] she received.

Ans (iv): Assuming the number of \[Rs\text{ }50\] notes be \[x\] and the number of \[Rs\text{ }100\] be \[y\].

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[x+y=25\]             …… (i)

\[50x+100y=2000\]    …… (ii)

Multiplying equation (i) by \[50\], we obtain

\[50x+50y=1250\]     …… (iii)

Subtracting equation (iii) from equation (ii), we obtain

\[50y=750\]

\[y=15\]              …… (iv)

Substituting the value of (iv) in equation (i), we get

\[x=10\]

Therefore, \[x=10\] and \[y=15\].

Hence Meena has \[10\] notes of \[Rs\text{ }50\] and \[15\] notes of \[Rs\text{ }100\].

 

(v) A lending library has a fixed charge for the first three days and an additional charge for each day thereafter. Saritha paid \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{27}\] for a book kept for seven days, while Susy paid \[\mathbf{Rs}\text{ }\mathbf{21}\] for the book she kept for five days. Find the fixed charge and the charge for each extra day.

Ans (v): Assuming that the charge for first three days is \[Rs\text{ }x\] and the charge for each day thereafter is \[Rs\text{ y}\].

Writing the algebraic representation using the information given in the question-

\[x+4y=27\]             …… (i)

\[x+2y=21\]    …… (ii)

Subtracting equation (ii) from equation (i), we obtain

\[2y=6\]

\[y=3\]     …… (iii)

Subtracting equation (iii) from equation (i), we obtain

\[x+12=27\]

\[x=15\]              …… (iv)

Therefore, \[x=15\] and \[y=3\].

Hence, fixed charges are \[Rs\text{ 15}\] and charges per day are \[Rs\text{ 3}\].


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3. Introduction

A Linear Equation is an equation of straight line. It is in the form of ax + by + c = 0 where a, b and c are the real numbers (a≠0 and b≠0) and x and y are the two variables,

Here a and b are the coefficients and c is the constant of the equation.


3.1 Importance

The key points that state why there is a need for NCERT solutions of chapter 3 maths class 10 are:


  • Our subject experts have prepared these solutions in a detailed step-wise manner.

  • All the important concepts of this chapter are covered in these solutions.

  • Every sum given in the exercises is solved in a self-explanatory manner so that students can prepare effectively for the exams.


3.2 Pair of Linear Equations

Two Linear Equations having two same variables are known as the pair of Linear Equations in two variables. A linear equation in two variables involves variables x and y, and is expressed as ax + by + c = 0, where a, b, and c are real numbers (a and b ≠ 0).


  • a1x + b1y + c1 = 0

  • a2x + b2y + c2 = 0


3.3 Graphical Method of Solution of a Pair of Linear Equations

  1. When two lines intersect each other at only one point, then we conclude that there is one and only one solution. It means that a unique solution exists for this pair of linear equations in two variables. This type of pair of linear equations is called a consistent pair of Linear equations. 

  2. If the two lines are coincident, we can say that the pair of linear equations will have infinitely many solutions. This type of pair of linear equations can be called an inconsistent pair of Linear equations. 

  3. If the two lines are parallel to each other, which means they do not meet at all, then we can say that the two linear equations will not have any common solution. This type of pair of linear equations will be called the dependent pair of Linear equations. 


3.4 Algebraic Methods of Solving a Pair of Linear Equations

The solution of a pair of linear equations is of the form (x,y), and it satisfies both equations at the same time. Using following methods, we can find the solution to a consistent pair of linear equations:


3.4.1 Substitution Method:

(a) Use one equation to find the value of a single variable, such as y in terms of x or x in terms of y.

(b) To get the equation in one variable and determine the solution, substitute this value in the second equation.

(c) Now, change the value or solution that was found in step (b) to the one found in step (a) of the equation.


3.4.2 Elimination Method:

(a) To make the coefficient of any one variable numerically equal, multiply both equations by appropriate non-zero constants if the coefficient of any one variable differs in either one.

(b) Solve the equations in one variable by adding or subtracting the ones that were so obtained.

(c) To obtain the value of the second variable, now substitute the value of the variable obtained in the previous step into either of the original equations.


3.4.3 Cross-multiplication Method:

The two linear equations in two variables are as follows: 

$a_1x + b_1y + c_1 = 0$

$a_2x + b_2y + c_2 = 0$

Take a look at the diagram below.


two linear equations in two variables


Determine the solution by solving it, given that $a_1b_2 - a_2b_1 \neq 0$.


3.5 Solving Word Problems:

  1. Carefully read the problem and identify the unknown quantities. Give these unknown quantities: x, y, r, s, t, and so on.

  2. Find the variables that must be determined.

  3. Carefully read the problem and transform the equations into terms of the variables to be determined.

  4. Solve the equations using any of the three methods listed above.


3.6 Equations Reducible to a Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables

Sometimes pairs of equations are not linear (or not in standard form), then they are altered so that they reduce to a pair of linear equations in standard form.
For example


pairs of equations are not linear


Here we substitute $\dfrac{1}{x} = p$ & $\dfrac{1}{y} = q$, the above equations reduces to:
$a_1p + b_1q = c_1$ ; $a_2p - b_2q = c_2$
Now we can use any method to solve them.


Summary of Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables

The main ideas that should be committed to memory in order to answer the practice questions in the chapter Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables are included in the Summary section. You can review every idea covered in this chapter by referring to the points in this section.


  • A pair of linear equations in two variables is defined as two linear equations in the same two variables. Both a graphic and an algebraic representation are possible for the pair of linear equations in two variables. Two lines can be used to depict the graph:

  • A pair of equations is considered consistent if and only if the lines cross at that moment.

  • The two equations are dependent if the lines coincide.

  • The two equations are inconsistent if the lines are parallel to one another.


The two linear equations in two variables can be solved algebraically using the following techniques:


  • Substitution Method

  • Elimination Method

  • Cross-multiplication Method


Overview of Deleted Syllabus for CBSE Class 10 Maths Chapter - 3

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Dropped Topics




Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables

Graphical method of solution of a pair of linear equations

Pair of linear equations in two variables

Cross-multiplication method

Equation reducible to a pair of linear equations in two variables



Class 10 Maths Chapter 3: Exercise Breakdown

Exercise

Number of Questions

Exercise 3.1

7 Questions & Solutions

Exercise 3.2

3 Questions & Solutions

Exercise 3.3

2 Questions & Solutions



Conclusion

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2. How Many Solutions can you Find for a Linear Equation in Two Variables?

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4.  What is a Linear Equation in Two variables Class 10?

A Linear equation in Two variables is written in the form of ax + by + c=0. In this, a, b, and c are real numbers where c is a constant and a and b are the coefficients of x and y, respectively. It is important that a and b should not be zero.


Examples of Linear equations in Two variables are x+ 2y = 14, 10x - 8y = 7, etc. Linear equations in Two variables have two values as a solution, one for x and the other for y. Vedantu has explained these concepts in detail and provided the solutions to exercises from NCERT textbooks.

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Here are some important questions of Class 10th Maths Chapter 3 - Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables:

  • Linear Equations

  • Forms of Linear Equations

  • The Standard Form of Linear Equations

  • Solving Linear Equations with One Variable

  • Solving Linear Equations with Two Variables

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7. How do you solve Linear Equations in Class 10?

Following are the different methods of solving Linear Equations:

  • Cross multiplication method

  • Substitution method

  • Elimination method

  • Graphical method

8. What are the topics covered in class 10 chapter 3 maths?

The topics covered in class 10 chapter 3 maths from Pair Of Linear Equations In Two Variables are:

  • Basics of linear equations: This lays the foundation, defining linear equations and introducing the concept of solving them in pairs.

  • Graphical method: You'll learn how to visualize the solutions of a pair of equations by graphing them.

  • Algebraic methods: Here, you'll explore different techniques to solve linear equations algebraically, including:

  1. Elimination method

  2. Substitution method

  3. Cross-multiplication method

  • Applications: You'll learn how to use these methods to solve real-world problems that can be modeled by a pair of linear equations.

9. What is the formula of the substitution method?

The substitution method is a methodical approach to solving a system of two linear equations. Nevertheless, it lacks a single formula. This is how the process is broken down:

  1. Express one variable in terms of the other:  In one of the equations, rearrange the equation to isolate (solve for) one variable (x or y) in terms of the other variable.

  2. Take the expression you just got for that variable and plug it into the other equation. This replaces that variable entirely with the expression you obtained.

  3. Solve for the remaining variable:  Now you have a single equation with just one variable remaining. Solve this equation like you would normally solve any linear equation.

  4. Solve for the first variable:  Once you find the value of the remaining variable, plug it back into the equation you isolated it from in step 1. Now you can solve for the first variable's value.

  5. Substitute both your solutions (the values of x and y) back into the original equations. If both sides evaluate to the same value, then your solution is correct.

10. What is the name of Chapter 3 Maths Class 10?

Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables is the title of Maths Class 10 Chapter 3. For this chapter, most curricula use this standard name. It appropriately conveys the material, which is on comprehending and resolving equation systems with two unknowns denoted by variables.

11. What is another name for the substitution method?

In the context of solving linear equations, the substitution method is the most commonly used word, but it lacks a commonly accepted replacement name.

  • It may be referred to as the replacement method in some sources. This highlights the fact that an expression comprising the other variable is being used in place of one variable.

  • But in mathematics teaching, "substitution method" is the accepted and commonly used phrase.

12. What is the main goal of the substitution method?

Converting a system of two linear equations with two variables into a single equation with one variable is the primary objective of the substitution method.

  • Finding an Isolated Variable: To begin, examine both equations and attempt to find an isolated variable (x or y) in relation to the other variable in one of the equations.This could require simple algebraic operations.

  • Replacing the Expression: After a variable has been identified, you take that expression in its entirety and replace it in the other equation.This just substitutes the expression you got in step 1 for one variable.

  • Finding the Single Variable: At this point, there is just one variable left in your equation.To determine the value of that variable, solve this equation just like you would any other single-variable problem.

  • Identifying the Additional Variable: You re-insert the value of one variable into the original equations (where the substitution was not done).You may now solve for the other variable as a result.

13. Does Maths Class 10 Chapter 3 NCERT Solutions require knowledge of all three approaches in order to solve pairs of linear equations in two variables?

Yes, mastering all three techniques is required in order to solve two linear equations in two variables found in NCERT Solutions for Class 10 Maths Chapter 3. These subjects will be covered in further education and might even come up in their Class 10 final exams. BYJU'S does a fantastic job of explaining these ideas. Therefore, the primary goal of these solutions developed by BYJU'S experts is to impart information on the foundational ideas of mathematics, which helps students grasp each idea with clarity.