Math Problem Statement

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Solve the system of equations: x^2 + 9y^2 - 10x + 36y = 20 and x - 3y = 2.

Solution

The system of equations in the image is:

x2+9y210x+36y=20x^2 + 9y^2 - 10x + 36y = 20 x3y=2x - 3y = 2

Steps to solve the system:

  1. Solve the second equation for one variable (e.g., solve for xx in terms of yy):

x=3y+2x = 3y + 2

  1. Substitute x=3y+2x = 3y + 2 into the first equation:

(3y+2)2+9y210(3y+2)+36y=20(3y + 2)^2 + 9y^2 - 10(3y + 2) + 36y = 20

Now, let's simplify this expression step by step. I'll expand and simplify the equation first.The solutions for yy are y=2y = -2 and y=1y = 1.

Now, let's substitute these values back into the equation x=3y+2x = 3y + 2 to find the corresponding xx values.

For y=2y = -2: x=3(2)+2=6+2=4x = 3(-2) + 2 = -6 + 2 = -4

For y=1y = 1: x=3(1)+2=3+2=5x = 3(1) + 2 = 3 + 2 = 5

Thus, the solutions to the system are:

  1. (x,y)=(4,2)(x, y) = (-4, -2)
  2. (x,y)=(5,1)(x, y) = (5, 1)

Would you like further details on the solution? Here are some related questions you can explore:

  1. What happens if the system had more variables?
  2. How can this method be generalized for solving nonlinear systems?
  3. Can you graph these solutions geometrically?
  4. What is the interpretation of these solutions in terms of conic sections?
  5. Are there other methods to solve this system of equations?

Tip: When solving systems of nonlinear equations, always check if substitution or elimination simplifies the process.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Nonlinear Systems of Equations
Substitution Method

Formulas

Quadratic equation formula: ax^2 + bx + c = 0
Substitution method for solving systems

Theorems

Quadratic Formula
System of Nonlinear Equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12