Question

Solve each system of equations by constructing a table. Equation 1: y = 2x + 2

Equation 2: y = -x + 8

Answer 1

x=2, y=6. (2, 6).

Explanation:

y=2x+2

y=-x+8

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2x+2=-x+8

2x-(-x)+2=8

2x+x=8-2

3x=6

x=6/3

x=2

y=2(2)+2=4+2=6