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Y=-1,X+2y=-6 solve by substitution show all work

User Moseph
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Answer:

x = -4, y = -1

Explanation:

Simple, just plug the Y in

(Pemdas)

x+2(-1) = -6

x-2 = -6

x = -4

-4+2y = -6

2y = -2

y = -1

User Olivier Refalo
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Answer:


x=-4

Explanation:


x+2y=-6


y=-1

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x+2\left(-1\right)=-6


x-2* \:1=-6

Multiply: 2*1= 2


x-2=-6

Add 2 to both sides:


x-2+2=-6+2


x=-4

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