ANSWER: x=7, y=19
Steps
1. Substitute y=2x+5
3x+2x+5=40
2. For y=2x+5 , Substitute x=7
y=2 * 7+5
3. 2 * 7+5=19
y=19
Each time they assume the sum is rational; however, upon rearranging the terms of their equation, they get a contradiction (that an irrational number is equal to a rational number). Since the assumption that the sum of a rational and irrational number is rational leads to a contradiction, the sum must be irrational.
(write this in your own words)
Option 4. x>2 should be an open circle on 2 going right. x<=-2 should be a closed circle on -2 going left. Remember, < equals open circle and <= equals closed circle.
Find an equivalent fraction that has the denominator 100
7•5/20•5=35/100 is
35% and 0.35