Math Problem Statement

Solve the system of equations.

y = 4x+1

3x + 2y = 13

Solution

We are given the following system of equations:

  1. y=4x+1y = 4x + 1
  2. 3x+2y=133x + 2y = 13

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

Since y=4x+1y = 4x + 1, substitute this into the second equation 3x+2y=133x + 2y = 13:

3x+2(4x+1)=133x + 2(4x + 1) = 13

Step 2: Simplify the equation.

Distribute the 22 on the left-hand side:

3x+8x+2=133x + 8x + 2 = 13

Combine like terms:

11x+2=1311x + 2 = 13

Step 3: Solve for xx.

Subtract 2 from both sides:

11x=1111x = 11

Now, divide by 11:

x=1x = 1

Step 4: Substitute x=1x = 1 back into the first equation to find yy.

Using y=4x+1y = 4x + 1:

y=4(1)+1=5y = 4(1) + 1 = 5

Final Answer:

The solution to the system of equations is x=1x = 1 and y=5y = 5.

Would you like more details, or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions for further exploration:

  1. What would happen if the coefficient of yy in the second equation changed?
  2. Can you solve the system using the substitution method in a different way?
  3. How would you approach solving the system graphically?
  4. What are some examples of systems of equations that have no solutions?
  5. Can you solve a system of equations using matrix methods?

Tip: When solving systems of equations, substitution is often most useful when one equation is already solved for a variable, while elimination is better when variables are aligned for easy elimination.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Systems of Equations

Formulas

Substitution method for solving systems of equations
Basic linear equation: y = mx + b

Theorems

Substitution theorem
Properties of linear equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10