Math Problem Statement

Solve the system of equations: 4x - 3y = 10 and 5x + y = 22.

Solution

Let us solve the given system of equations:

The system:

  1. 4x3y=104x - 3y = 10
  2. 5x+y=225x + y = 22

Step 1: Solve one equation for one variable

From equation (2): y=225xy = 22 - 5x

Step 2: Substitute yy into the first equation

Substitute y=225xy = 22 - 5x into 4x3y=104x - 3y = 10: 4x3(225x)=104x - 3(22 - 5x) = 10 Simplify: 4x66+15x=104x - 66 + 15x = 10 19x66=1019x - 66 = 10 19x=7619x = 76 x=4x = 4

Step 3: Substitute x=4x = 4 into y=225xy = 22 - 5x

Substitute x=4x = 4: y=225(4)y = 22 - 5(4) y=2220=2y = 22 - 20 = 2

Final Answer:

The solution is: x=4,y=2x = 4, \, y = 2

Select the correct choice:

This matches Option A: "The solution of the system is x=4x = 4 and y=2y = 2."


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

  1. How do you verify the solution to a system of equations?
  2. What methods exist to solve systems of equations (e.g., substitution, elimination)?
  3. What does it mean if a system is inconsistent or has infinitely many solutions?
  4. Can you graphically interpret this solution?
  5. How can you set up systems of equations in word problems?

Tip: Always check your solution by substituting it into both original equations to confirm correctness!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Systems of Equations
Substitution Method

Formulas

4x - 3y = 10
5x + y = 22

Theorems

Substitution Method for Solving Systems of Equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10