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Find an ordered pair (X,Y) that is a solution to the equation.

Find an ordered pair (X,Y) that is a solution to the equation.-example-1
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Answer:

the ordered pair of (1, -5) is a solution

Explanation:

Start with any x value and substitute into the equation and then solve for y

Lets say that x = 1

3x - y = 8

3(1) - y = 8

3 - y = 8

-y = 5

y = -5

so the ordered pair of (1, -5) is a solution

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