Answer:
(10, 14)
Step-by-step explanation:
To solve this system let's use substitution:
Solve the first equation for x, obtaining x = 24 - y, and then substitute 24 - y for x in the second equation:
3(24 - y) + 5y = 100
Performing the indicated multiplication, we get:
72 - 3y + 5y = 100
Combining like terms results in 72 - 100 = -2y, or -28 = -2y
Thus, y must be 14.
If y = 14, then the first equation tells us that x = 10.
Check: Is this true? 3(10) + 5(14) = 100 YES
The solution is (10, 14).
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