Math Problem Statement

3x+2y=0 and y=2x-1

Solution

You are given a system of linear equations:

  1. 3x+2y=03x + 2y = 0
  2. y=2x1y = 2x - 1

Let's solve this system by substitution since y=2x1y = 2x - 1 is already isolated.

Step 1: Substitute y=2x1y = 2x - 1 into the first equation.

Substitute 2x12x - 1 for yy in the equation 3x+2y=03x + 2y = 0:

3x+2(2x1)=03x + 2(2x - 1) = 0

Step 2: Simplify the equation.

Expand the terms inside the parentheses:

3x+4x2=03x + 4x - 2 = 0

Combine like terms:

7x2=07x - 2 = 0

Step 3: Solve for xx.

Add 2 to both sides:

7x=27x = 2

Now, divide by 7:

x=27x = \frac{2}{7}

Step 4: Solve for yy.

Now that we have x=27x = \frac{2}{7}, substitute this value into the second equation y=2x1y = 2x - 1:

y=2(27)1=471y = 2\left(\frac{2}{7}\right) - 1 = \frac{4}{7} - 1

Convert 1 to a fraction:

y=4777=37y = \frac{4}{7} - \frac{7}{7} = \frac{-3}{7}

Final Solution:

The solution to the system of equations is: x=27,y=37x = \frac{2}{7}, \quad y = \frac{-3}{7}

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions for you to explore:

  1. How can you graphically represent the system of equations?
  2. What happens if the equations represent parallel lines?
  3. Can this method be used to solve non-linear systems?
  4. How does the substitution method compare to the elimination method?
  5. What would change if the second equation was y=3x1y = 3x - 1?

Tip: When solving systems of equations, always check if substitution or elimination is more straightforward based on how the equations are given.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
System of Equations
Substitution Method

Formulas

3x + 2y = 0
y = 2x - 1

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10