Question

Solve.
y = x – 8
2x + 3y = 1
Use the substitution method.​

Answer 1

x=5, y=-3

Explanation:

Answer 2

Substitute
`y=x-8` into the second equation to get
`2x+3(x-8)=1,` which simplifies to
`5x=25,` so
`\boxed{x=5}.` It easily follows that
`\boxed{y=-3}.`