Question

Solve the system by substitution.
у = x
-2x + 4y = 16

Answer 1

Since y=x, then both variables must be the same.

-2x + 4y= 16

You have to have 16 on both sides

-2(8) + 4(8)=16

-16 + 32= 16

16=16

Explanation:

Answer 2

Explanation:

y = x

-2x + 4y = 16

-2x + 4x = 16

2x = 16

x = 8

y = 8

(8,8)