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0Is (2, 9) a solution to these simultaneous equations?

y = 3x + 3
y = x + 7

User John Stewart
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Answer: Yes

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Step-by-step explanation:

The given solution is (2,9) which means x = 2 and y = 9 pair up together.

Replace x with 2 and replace y with 9.

Let's do so for the first equation

y = 3x+3

9 = 3*2+3

9 = 6+3

9 = 9

We get the same thing on both sides, which confirms the first equation.

Now let's check the second equation.

y = x+7

9 = 2+7

9 = 9

This equation is confirmed as well.

Both equations are true when (x,y) = (2,9) which confirms it is indeed the solution to the system.

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If you are a visual learner, then I recommend graphing out the equations using a tool like GeoGebra or Desmos.

The two lines intersect at (2,9) which visually confirms it is the solution.

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