Algebra 2 (1st Edition)

Published by McDougal Littell
ISBN 10: 0618595414
ISBN 13: 978-0-61859-541-9

Chapter 3 Linear Systems and Matrices - 3.2 Solve Linear Systems Algebraically - 3.2 Exercises - Skill Practice - Page 164: 14

Answer

$$y=6,\:x=-10$$

Work Step by Step

Solving the equation using substitution, we find: $$-3\cdot \frac{10-5y}{2}+y=36 \\ y=6$$ Thus: $$x=\frac{10-5\cdot \:6}{2}=-10$$
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