Find a solution for the following simultaneous equations: 2x+y=5 and 2x-5y=2

Subtract the 2nd equation from the first: 2x--2x+y+6y=5-2 <=> 7y=3 <=> y=3/7Input the value of y into one of the equations: 2x+3/7=5 <=> 2x=(35-3)/7 <=> x=16/7

DC
Answered by Darshil C. Maths tutor

3288 Views

See similar Maths GCSE tutors

Related Maths GCSE answers

All answers ▸

When do I use Sin, Cos or Tan?


Prove that the square of an odd number is always 1 more than a multiple of 4. [Edexcel Higher Tier 2018, Paper 1: Question 12]


Solve these equations simultaneously: (1) 5x - 10z = -45 and (2) 9x = -5z + 80


How do I factorise 12y-18


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences