Question

Solve the following system of equations using substitution
x = 4
2x + 4y = 36

Answer 1

Just plug in 4 for the x

2*4 +4y =36
8+4y =36
4y =36-8
4y=28
y= 28/4
y=7

Answer 2

Explanation:

2x + 4y = 36

2 × 4 + 4y = 36

8 + 4y = 36

4y = 36 - 8

4y = 28

y = 28 ÷ 4

y = 7