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Solve the system of equations. x 4y=152x−y=−15 x= y=

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Final answer:

After rearranging the second equation to solve for x and substituting it into the first equation, we solve for y, and then use that value to find x. The solution to the system is x = -5 and y = 5.

Step-by-step explanation:

To solve the system of equations, first, we need to organize the given equations properly. Unfortunately, there seems to be a typo in the question, but let's assume the system of equations is:

  • Equation 1: x + 4y = 15
  • Equation 2: 2x - y = -15

Solve the simultaneous equations for the unknowns. This typically involves multiple algebraic steps, such as substitution or elimination method. In this case, let's use the substitution method:

  1. Rearrange Equation 2 for x, giving us x = (-15 + y)/2.
  2. Substitute x in Equation 1 with the expression found in step 1:

[(−15 + y)/2] + 4y = 15

Multiplying through by 2 to eliminate the fraction gives us:

−15 + y + 8y = 30

Combine like terms:

9y = 45

Divide by 9:

y = 5

To find the value of x, substitute y back into Equation 2:

2x - 5 = -15

Add 5 to both sides:

2x = -10

Divide by 2:

x = -5

The solution to the system of equations is x = -5 and y = 5.

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