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Is the ordered pair (-2, 9) a solution of the equation y = x – 7?

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To find if (-2,9) is a solution of the equation y = x - 7, just plug the values back into the original equation. You can get these values by using the coordinate point.

9 = -2 - 7

9 ≠ -9
Since the values are not equal, the coordinate point (-2,9) is not a solution of the equation y = x - 7. Hope this helps and have a fabulous day!
User Miushock
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No because if you plug in the ordered pair you would get 9=-2-7 which equals -9 making -9 and 9 unequal means (-2,9) is not a solution.
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