Math Problem Statement

Solve the system of equations y = 2x + 1 and 5y - 6x = 13.

Solution

The system of equations given in the image is:

y &= 2x + 1 \quad \text{(Equation 1)} \\ 5y - 6x &= 13 \quad \text{(Equation 2)} \end{aligned}$$ Let’s solve this system of equations using the **substitution method** since $$y$$ is already expressed in terms of $$x$$ in Equation 1. --- ### Step 1: Substitute $$y = 2x + 1$$ into Equation 2 $$5(2x + 1) - 6x = 13$$ Simplify: $$10x + 5 - 6x = 13$$ $$4x + 5 = 13$$ $$4x = 8$$ $$x = 2$$ --- ### Step 2: Substitute $$x = 2$$ into Equation 1 to find $$y$$ $$y = 2(2) + 1$$ $$y = 5$$ --- ### Final Solution: $$x = 2, \quad y = 5$$ This solution satisfies both equations. Let me know if you'd like a detailed verification or have further questions. --- ### Related Questions: 1. Can you solve this system graphically to verify the solution? 2. What is the determinant of the coefficient matrix of this system? 3. How would you solve this system using the elimination method? 4. If $$y = 2x + 1$$ were replaced with $$y = -x + 1$$, how would the solution change? 5. What real-world scenarios could be modeled with this system of equations? --- **Tip:** When solving systems of equations, substitution is often easier when one equation is already solved for a variable.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Systems of Linear Equations
Substitution Method

Formulas

Substitute y = 2x + 1 into 5y - 6x = 13

Theorems

Properties of Equality

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10