Question

Find the solution of the system of equations.
8x+y=17
4x+3y=31

Answer 1

x = 1; y = 9

Explanation:

8x+y=17

4x+3y=31

-24x-3y=-51

(+) 4x+3y=31

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-20x = -20

x = 1

8(1) + y = 17

y = 9