Let x = a and x = b be the distinct solution

A distinct real solution is really the same thing as a real solution. Sometimes we use the word distinct to emphasize that if the same real solution arises from two separate terms in an equation, it should only be counted once. For example, the equation is solved if and only if or .

Step-by-step explanation:

b. y = 4x - 2

step-by-step explanation:

to find a parallel equation to an equation, make sure both equations have the same slope but different y-intercepts.

y = 4x + 1

4 = slope

1 = y-intercept

y = 4x - 2

4 = slope

-2 = y-intercept

they both have the same slope but different y-intercepts, so, b. is the correct answer.

and to check your work, you can graph both equations. : )