Math Problem Statement

Solution

To solve the given system of equations and find the value of x3\frac{x}{3}, let's go step by step.

The given equations are: x+y=25(Equation 1)x + y = 25 \quad \text{(Equation 1)} xy=5(Equation 2)x - y = 5 \quad \text{(Equation 2)}

Step 1: Add the equations

Add Equation 1 and Equation 2 to eliminate yy: (x+y)+(xy)=25+5(x + y) + (x - y) = 25 + 5 2x=302x = 30

Step 2: Solve for xx

Divide both sides by 2: x=15x = 15

Step 3: Solve for yy

Substitute x=15x = 15 back into Equation 1: 15+y=2515 + y = 25 y=10y = 10

Step 4: Calculate x3\frac{x}{3}

Now that we have x=15x = 15, we can calculate x3\frac{x}{3}: 153=5\frac{15}{3} = 5

Final Answer

The value of x3\frac{x}{3} is 5\boxed{5}.

Would you like any further details or explanations?

Here are some related questions to consider:

  1. What is the value of y2\frac{y}{2} given the same equations?
  2. What is the sum of xx and yy in this problem?
  3. If xx were doubled, what would the new value of x+yx + y be?
  4. How would the solution change if the second equation were xy=10x - y = 10?
  5. What is the geometric interpretation of the system of equations?

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

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Equations
Algebra

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9