What is the value of x in the solution to this system of equations? 5x+3y=14 y=-2x+6

Achukrishnan asked Nov 18, 2022

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Answer:

Explanation:

5x+3y=14 y=-2x+6

Substitute the 2nd equation into the first for y.

5x + 3(-2x + 6) = 14

5x + -6x + 18 = 14

-x = -4

x = 4

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