Math Problem Statement

Solve the system by substitution. y, equals, 7, x, minus, 20 y= 7x−20 y, equals, 2, x y= 2x

Solution

We are given the system of equations:

  1. y=7x20y = 7x - 20
  2. y=2xy = 2x

We can solve this system using substitution. Since both equations give us an expression for yy, we can set them equal to each other:

7x20=2x7x - 20 = 2x

Now, solve for xx:

  1. Subtract 2x2x from both sides: 7x2x20=07x - 2x - 20 = 0 5x20=05x - 20 = 0

  2. Add 20 to both sides: 5x=205x = 20

  3. Divide both sides by 5: x=4x = 4

Now that we have x=4x = 4, substitute this value into one of the original equations to find yy. We'll use y=2xy = 2x:

y=2(4)=8y = 2(4) = 8

Thus, the solution to the system is x=4x = 4 and y=8y = 8.

Final Answer:

x=4,y=8x = 4, \quad y = 8

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Here are 5 related questions to further explore this topic:

  1. What happens if you solve the system graphically?
  2. How would you solve a similar system with a non-linear equation?
  3. Can you solve a system of equations with more than two variables by substitution?
  4. What are the advantages of using substitution over other methods like elimination?
  5. How do you solve a system of equations if no solution exists?

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

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Systems of Equations
Substitution Method

Formulas

y = mx + b (linear equation in slope-intercept form)
Equating two linear equations to solve by substitution

Theorems

Equality Property of Equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10