Math Problem Statement

y=2x x=-y +6

Solution

You have two equations:

  1. y=2xy = 2x
  2. x=y+6x = -y + 6

We can solve this system of equations by substitution or elimination. Let's use substitution.

Step 1: Substitute the expression for yy from the first equation into the second equation.

From the first equation, we know that y=2xy = 2x. Substitute this into the second equation:

x=(2x)+6x = -(2x) + 6

Step 2: Simplify and solve for xx.

x=2x+6x = -2x + 6

Add 2x2x to both sides to isolate terms with xx:

3x=63x = 6

Now, divide by 3 to solve for xx:

x=2x = 2

Step 3: Substitute x=2x = 2 back into the first equation to solve for yy.

Using y=2xy = 2x and substituting x=2x = 2:

y=2(2)=4y = 2(2) = 4

Solution:

The solution to the system of equations is: x=2,y=4x = 2, \quad y = 4

Do you want to see the solution process with a different method or have any other questions?


Here are 5 related questions for you to explore:

  1. What is the method of elimination, and how can it be used to solve this system of equations?
  2. How can we solve a system of equations when both equations are in terms of yy?
  3. What happens if you have a system of equations with no solution or infinitely many solutions?
  4. How would you graph these two equations to find their intersection point?
  5. Can you solve systems of nonlinear equations (like quadratic or cubic equations) in a similar way?

Tip: Always check your solution by substituting the values of xx and yy back into both original equations to ensure they satisfy both.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Systems of Equations

Formulas

y = 2x (equation of a line)
Substitution method for solving systems: Replace one variable with its expression from another equation

Theorems

Basic properties of equality in algebra

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10