Answer
$x=9.5; y=4$
Work Step by Step
We know that each component of each matrix must be equal to the corresponding component of the other matrix. Thus, we find:
$$-2x+(2)(5) =-9 \\ -2x =-19 \\ x = 9.5$$
And:
$$-8+2(6) =y \\ y = 4$$
Algebra 2 (1st Edition)
by Larson, Ron; Boswell, Laurie; Kanold, Timothy D.; Stiff, Lee
Published by
McDougal Littell
ISBN 10:
0618595414
ISBN 13:
978-0-61859-541-9
Chapter 3 Linear Systems and Matrices - 3.5 Perform Basic Matrix Operations - 3.5 Exercises - Skill Practice - Page 191: 25
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