Question

Solve the system of equations using the method of your choice

Answer 1

(-3, -1); x = -3; y = -1

Explanation:

-3x + 5y = 4; x + y = -4

solving via substitution

rearrange second equation: y = -x - 4

-3x + 5(-x - 4) = 4

-3x - 5x - 20 = 4

-8x -20 = 4

-8x = 24

x = -3

- 3 + y = -4

y = -1

(-3, -1)

Check

- 3 + -1 = -4