Math Problem Statement

Solve the system of equations: 3x - 14 = 0 and x - 4y + 1 = 0

Solution

The system of equations given in the image is:

  1. 3x14=03x - 14 = 0
  2. x4y+1=0x - 4y + 1 = 0

Step 1: Solve the first equation for xx

From the first equation: 3x14=03x - 14 = 0 Add 14 to both sides: 3x=143x = 14 Now, divide both sides by 3: x=143x = \frac{14}{3}

Step 2: Substitute x=143x = \frac{14}{3} into the second equation

Substitute the value of xx into the second equation x4y+1=0x - 4y + 1 = 0: 1434y+1=0\frac{14}{3} - 4y + 1 = 0 Simplify the constants: 143+1=143+33=173\frac{14}{3} + 1 = \frac{14}{3} + \frac{3}{3} = \frac{17}{3} So the equation becomes: 1734y=0\frac{17}{3} - 4y = 0 Now, subtract 173\frac{17}{3} from both sides: 4y=173-4y = -\frac{17}{3} Divide both sides by -4: y=1712y = \frac{17}{12}

Solution:

The solution to the system of equations is: x=143,y=1712x = \frac{14}{3}, \quad y = \frac{17}{12}

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  4. Can we solve the same system of equations using the elimination method?
  5. How do you solve for variables in a system where both equations contain fractions?

Tip:

When solving systems of equations, it's often easier to simplify one equation fully before substituting into the other to avoid unnecessary complexity.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Substitution Method

Formulas

Linear equation: ax + b = 0
Substitution Method: Substitute value from one equation into the other

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10