Finding the Difference between Two Intersecting Equations

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In summary, the difference between two intersecting equations is the value or set of values that satisfy one equation but not the other. To find this difference, one can set the equations equal to each other and solve for the variable. If there is no difference between the equations, it means they have the same solution(s). It is possible for two intersecting equations to have more than one difference, which can be useful in fields such as mathematics, physics, and engineering for solving systems of equations and real-world problems.
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Two diagrams of equations :
(1)$x^2+y^2=4+12x+6y$
and
(2)$x^2+y^2=k+4x+12y$
will intersect only when:$a\leq k \leq b$
find:$b-a$
 
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We have $$x^2+y^2=4+12x+6y\Rightarrow(x-6)^2+(y-3)^2=49$$ and $$x^2+y^2=k+4x+12y\Rightarrow(x-2)^2+(y-6)^2=k+40$$The distance between these two circles is 5 units, with one of the circles having a radius of 7. This means the other circle must have a radius of at least 2, giving a lower bound on k of $-36$. Since this other circle remains in contact with the circle of radius 7 until its radius is 12, an upper bound on k is 104. So we have $$-36\le k\le104,b-a=104-(-36)=140$$
 
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We have $$x^2+y^2=4+12x+6y\Rightarrow(x-6)^2+(y-3)^2=49$$ and $$x^2+y^2=k+4x+12y\Rightarrow(x-2)^2+(y-6)^2=k+40$$The distance between these two circles is 5 units, with one of the circles having a radius of 7. This means the other circle must have a radius of at least 2, giving a lower bound on k of $-36$. Since this other circle remains in contact with the circle of radius 7 until its radius is 12, an upper bound on k is 104. So we have $$-36\le k\le104,b-a=104-(-36)=140$$
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FAQ: Finding the Difference between Two Intersecting Equations

What is the difference between two intersecting equations?

The difference between two intersecting equations is the value or set of values that satisfy one equation but not the other. In other words, it is the solution to one equation that is not a solution to the other.

How do you find the difference between two intersecting equations?

To find the difference between two intersecting equations, you can set the equations equal to each other and solve for the variable. The resulting value(s) will be the difference between the two equations.

What does it mean if there is no difference between two intersecting equations?

If there is no difference between two intersecting equations, it means that the equations have the same solution(s). This could also mean that the equations are equivalent or represent the same line or curve.

Can two intersecting equations have more than one difference?

Yes, it is possible for two intersecting equations to have more than one difference. This can happen if the equations are not linear or if they have multiple solutions that satisfy one equation but not the other.

How can finding the difference between two intersecting equations be useful?

Finding the difference between two intersecting equations can be useful in various fields such as mathematics, physics, and engineering. It can help determine the unique solutions to a system of equations and can be used to solve real-world problems involving intersecting lines or curves.

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