Math Problem Statement

Solve the system by substitution. y, equals, 3, x, plus, 28 y= 3x+28 y, equals, minus, 4, x y= −4x

Solution

To solve the system by substitution, we have the following equations:

  1. y=3x+28y = 3x + 28
  2. y=4xy = -4x

Since both equations equal yy, we can set them equal to each other:

3x+28=4x3x + 28 = -4x

Step 1: Solve for xx

Combine like terms by adding 4x4x to both sides:

3x+4x+28=03x + 4x + 28 = 0

7x+28=07x + 28 = 0

Now, subtract 28 from both sides:

7x=287x = -28

Then, divide by 7:

x=4x = -4

Step 2: Substitute x=4x = -4 into one of the original equations to find yy

Let's substitute into the first equation:

y=3(4)+28y = 3(-4) + 28

y=12+28y = -12 + 28

y=16y = 16

Solution

The solution to the system is:

(x,y)=(4,16)(x, y) = (-4, 16)

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Here are some related questions for practice:

  1. How would the solution change if the second equation were y=4x+10y = -4x + 10?
  2. What is the geometric interpretation of solving a system of equations like this one?
  3. How would you solve the system if it were given in standard form?
  4. Can you explain how to check if the solution to the system is correct?
  5. How does substitution compare to the elimination method for solving systems?

Tip: When solving by substitution, always isolate one variable first to simplify the substitution step.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Systems of Equations
Substitution Method

Formulas

Substitution method: set equations equal to each other when both equal the same variable

Theorems

Equality of expressions theorem (if y = A and y = B, then A = B)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10