Question

What is the solution set for the following equations: y = 7x - 5 and y = 5x + 7? A) (7, 5) B) (6, 37) C) (5, 7) D) (12, 12)

Answer 1

B) (6,37)

Explanation:

7x - 5 = 5x + 7

7x - 5x = 7 + 5

2x = 12

x = 12/2

x = 6

y = 7(6)-5

y = 42-5

y = 37