Question

Use the substitution method to solve the following pairs of simultaneous

equations.
a. x = 8-3y, 2x + 5y = 13,
Answer: x= , y=

Answer 1

Explanation:

2x+5y = 13

2(8-3y)+5y =13

16-6y+5y = 13

y=3

x =8-3y = -1