3 years ago

Solve each word problem using a system of equations. Use substitution or elimination.

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1 answer:

nasty-shy [4]3 years ago

4 0

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

x + 3y = 24.....multiply by -1

5x + 3y = 36

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-x - 3y = -24 (result of multiplying by -1)

5x + 3y = 36

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4x = 12

x = 12/4

x = 3 <=======

x + 3y = 24

3 + 3y = 24

3y = 24 - 3

3y = 21

y = 21/3

y = 7 <========

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