What is the solution of the system of equations? y = x - 10 y = 2x + 5

Mathematics · Middle School · Sun Jan 24 2021

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Given the systems of equation:

y = x - 10

y = 2x + 5

Solution:

Equate the two given systems of linear equation in one solution.

x - 10 = 2x + 5

In order to determine the solution, we transpose x and 5 to their opposite sides of the equation, hence it must be taken to note that in transposing a number, the sign changes.

x - 10 = 2x + 5

- 10 - 5 = 2x + x

3x = -15

Divide both sides by 3 in order to determine the value of x.

3x/3 = -15/3

x = -5

Final answer:

x = -5