Question

Consider the system of equations.

5x + 2y = 12
5x – 2y = 28

What is the solution to the system of equations? Show work using substitution or elimination to support your answer.

A (4, -4)

B (-4, 4)

C (5, -6.5)

D (4, 16)

Show how u got the answer.

Answer 1

(4, -4) = (x, y) = A

Explanation:

5x + 2y = 12

- (5x - 2y = 28)

4y = -16

y = -4

5x + 2(-4) = 12

5x - 8 = 12

5x = 20

x = 4