Question

2. What is the x-value to the solution for the system of equations y = -5x - 9 and y = 2x
+ 5.

Answer 1

The x-value is -2

Explanation:

U can substitute any of the equations for y

-5x + (-9) = 2x + 5

-9 = 7x + 5

-14 = 7x

-2 = x

x = 2