2a + 6b = 24, 3a + b = 20

a + 3b = 12, a = 12 - 3b

3(12-3b) + b = 20

36-9b + b = 20

36-8b = 20

8b = 16

b = 2

2a + 12 = 24

2a = 12

a = 6

AC
Answered by Ailsa C. Maths tutor

3583 Views

See similar Maths GCSE tutors

Related Maths GCSE answers

All answers ▸

solve 2^(3x+1)=16


Solve the Simultaneous Equation: 7x + 8y = 32, x - 4y = 8


Write x^2 + 3x + 1 in the form of (x+b)^2 + c


How can I find the size of an angle in a right-angled triangle if I know the lengths of two of the sides?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences