Question

Find the value of x and y:
5x + y = 11
3x - y = 9​

Answer 1

x = 2.5

y = -1.5

Explanation:

5x + y = 11

3x + y = 9

8x = 20

x = 20/8

x = 2.5

5(2.5) + y = 11

12.5 + y = 11

y = -1.5