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Alyssa Ross asked Jan 9, 2023

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How do I solve these systems of equations? What method should I use?
8x + 5y = -17
y = -5

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high-school

Alyssa Ross asked Jan 9, 2023

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Answer:

Substituition. (1,-5)

Explanation:

Take y=-5 and plug it into the equation. 8x-25=-17. Solve equation; 8x=8. Simplify; x=1. Plug your x-values and y-values into parentheses. X first, then y. (1,-5).

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