Question

For the equation, complete the solution. 8x + y = −7
(x, y) = , 1

Answer 1

(x, y) = (-1, 1)

Explanation:

8x + y = −7

for y = 1

8x + 1 = -7

subtract 1 from boh sides

8x = -8

divide bot sides by 8

x = -1

(x, y) = (-1, 1)