Question

Solve the system of equations and choose the correct answer from the list of options.

2x + y = -4
Y = 3x + 2

Answer 1

x = -6/5

y = -8/5

Explanation:

2x + y = -4

Y = 3x + 2

Substitute the second equation into the first equation

2x + 3x+2 = -4

Combine like terms

5x +2 = -4

Subtract 2 from each side

5x+2-2=-4-2

5x = -6

Divide by 5

5x/5 = -6/5

x = -6/5

Now we need to find y

y = 3x+2

y = 3(-6/5)+2

y = -18/5 + 10/5

y = -8/5