Question

If 2x+y=8 and x+2=5. what is the value of y?​

Answer 1

y=2

Explanation:

First solve x+2=5 to find x.

x+2=5

-2 -2

x=3. Substitute x=3 into 2x+y=8.

(2 x 3) + y = 8

Now solve.

6 + y = 8

-6 -6

y=2.

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Answer 2

y=2

Explanation:

x+2=5

x= 5-2

x= 3

2x+y=8

2×3+y=8

6+y=8

y=8-6

y=2