Question

Solve the system of equations by the substitution method. x+4y=6 y=3−x

Answer 1

x = 2, y = 1

Explanation:

x + 4y = 6 and y = 3 - x have to be rearranged: x + 4y = 6 and x + y = 3

You subtract the equations to eliminate one of the variables (x) so that the other can be found