Math Problem Statement

Use substitution to solve the system of equations: y = 3x + 6 and 3y - 2x = 0.

Solution

The system of equations provided is:

  1. y=3x+6y = 3x + 6
  2. 3y2x=03y - 2x = 0

To solve this system using substitution, we'll substitute the expression for yy from the first equation into the second equation.

Steps:

  1. From the first equation, y=3x+6y = 3x + 6, substitute this expression for yy into the second equation 3y2x=03y - 2x = 0: 3(3x+6)2x=03(3x + 6) - 2x = 0

  2. Now expand and simplify: 9x+182x=09x + 18 - 2x = 0 7x+18=07x + 18 = 0

  3. Solve for xx: 7x=187x = -18 x=187x = -\frac{18}{7}

  4. Substitute the value of xx into the first equation to find yy: y=3(187)+6y = 3\left(-\frac{18}{7}\right) + 6 y=547+6y = -\frac{54}{7} + 6 y=547+427=127y = -\frac{54}{7} + \frac{42}{7} = -\frac{12}{7}

Thus, the solution to the system of equations is: x=187,y=127x = -\frac{18}{7}, \quad y = -\frac{12}{7}

Would you like further clarification or details about the steps? Here are some related questions to explore:

  1. How would you solve a system of equations using elimination instead of substitution?
  2. What if the system was inconsistent? How would that affect the solution process?
  3. How can you check the solution to a system of equations?
  4. What is the geometric interpretation of a system of equations?
  5. How does this approach apply to systems involving more than two variables?

Tip: When solving by substitution, always ensure to replace the expression carefully and simplify the equation step by step.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Systems of Equations
Substitution Method

Formulas

y = 3x + 6
3y - 2x = 0

Theorems

Properties of equality
Linear equation solving

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10