Question

How do u solve 2x+y=17

Answer 1

2x + y = 17
To solve for y, subtract 2x from both sides;
y = 17 - 2x

To solve for x, subtract y from both sides;
2x = 17 - y
Divide both sides by 2;

`x = (17-7)/(2) = (17)/(2) - (y)/(2)`

`x=8.5- (y)/(2)`