Question

solve each system of equations by the substitution method. Tell whether each system is inconsistent or consistent. If the system is consistent, tell whether it is independent or dependent/

2x-y = 11
6x-3y=-24

Answer 1

do you know the definition of inconsistent or consistent?

Answer 2

consistent is when their is more answers

Answer 3

ok can you solve it using any method?

Answer 4

substitution

Answer 5

ok let me know when you are ready.... just post your work and I will check it

Answer 6

i am confused i need someone to work it through with me

Answer 7

ok tell me what you don't understand and I will help you. We have been doing these types of problems all day for you. There are many ways to do them.

Answer 8

can i add the y's to make it 4y?

Answer 9

we only use the addition method when you have -x and +x because they cancel out
or if you have -y and +y because they cancel out. So you can't use the addition method here.

Answer 10

Is there another method you would like to use?

Answer 11

we have to use substitution method

Answer 12

ok so x=? or y=? pick one and write it out for me. I will help you do it by this method

Answer 13

I would take the first equation and rewrite it to y =?