Math Problem Statement
y=−x+5 y, equals, 2, x, minus, 1 y=2x−1
Solution
You have a system of linear equations:
To find the solution for this system, set the expressions for equal to each other:
Solve for :
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Add to both sides:
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Add 1 to both sides:
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Divide both sides by 3:
Now, substitute back into either of the original equations to find . Using the second equation:
Thus, the solution to the system of equations is and . The point of intersection is .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Linear Equations
Systems of Equations
Formulas
Substitution method for solving systems of linear equations
Theorems
Properties of equality
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10