Question

Solve the system of equations below using the substitution method. y = 3x − 1y = - 4x 6

Answer 1

x = 1; y = 2

Explanation:

y = 3x − 1

y = -4x + 6

In the first equation, y = 3x - 1.

Substitute 3x - 1 for y in the second equation.

3x - 1 = -4x + 6

7x = 7

x = 1

Substitute 1 for x in the first original equation.

y = 3x - 1

y = 3(1) - 1

y = 3 - 1

y = 2

Solution: x = 1; y = 2