Question

Follow the directions to solve the system of equations by elimination. 8x + 7y = 39 4x – 14y = –68 Multiply the first equation to enable the elimination of the y-term. Add the equations to eliminate the y-terms. Solve the new equation for the x-value. Substitute the x-value back into either original equation to find the y-value. Check the solution.

Answer 1

Answer:

x=½

y=5

Step-by-step explanation:

(8x+7y=39)2

16x+14y=78

4x-14y=-68 add the two equations

20x=10.

divide both sides by 20

x=½

8x+7y=39

4+7y=39

7y=39-4

7y=35

y=5

Answer 2

Answer:

1/2     5

Step-by-step explanation: