Question

What is the x-value of the solution to the system of equations? 5x + 4y = 8 2x − 3y = 17 −3 −2 4 5

Answer 1

it is 4

Explanation:

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Answer 2

x = 4

Explanation:

5x + 4y = 8 ⇒ 4y = 8 - 5x ⇒ y = (8 - 5x)÷4

2x − 3y = 17

2x - 3(8 - 5x)÷4 = 17

×4 ×4

8x - 3(8 - 5x) = 68

8x - 24 + 15x = 68

+24 +24

23x = 92

÷23 ÷23

x = 4