Math Problem Statement

Solve the system using substitution. Check your answer. yequalsnegative 3xplus12 6yminusxplus4equals0

Solution

We are given the following system of equations:

  1. y=3x+12y = -3x + 12
  2. 6yx+4=06y - x + 4 = 0

Step 1: Substitute the expression for yy from Equation 1 into Equation 2.

From Equation 1, we know: y=3x+12y = -3x + 12

Now substitute this into Equation 2:

6(3x+12)x+4=06(-3x + 12) - x + 4 = 0

Step 2: Simplify and solve for xx.

Expand the terms: 6(3x+12)=18x+726(-3x + 12) = -18x + 72 Now substitute back: 18x+72x+4=0-18x + 72 - x + 4 = 0 Combine like terms: 19x+76=0-19x + 76 = 0 Solve for xx: 19x=76-19x = -76 x=4x = 4

Step 3: Solve for yy.

Now that we have x=4x = 4, substitute it back into Equation 1 to find yy:

y=3(4)+12=12+12=0y = -3(4) + 12 = -12 + 12 = 0

Step 4: Check the solution.

Substitute x=4x = 4 and y=0y = 0 into the second equation:

6(0)4+4=06(0) - 4 + 4 = 0 0=00 = 0 Since the equation holds true, the solution is correct.

Final Answer:

The solution to the system of equations is x=4x = 4 and y=0y = 0.

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Related Questions:

  1. How does the substitution method work in solving systems of equations?
  2. What other methods can be used to solve systems of linear equations?
  3. How do you solve a system of equations graphically?
  4. What happens when the system of equations has no solution?
  5. Can the substitution method be applied to non-linear systems?

Tip: Always substitute your solution back into both original equations to ensure your solution is correct!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Systems of Linear Equations
Substitution Method

Formulas

y = -3x + 12
6y - x + 4 = 0

Theorems

Substitution method for solving linear equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10