Question

Solve the system for the x-coordinate of the point of intersection.

3x + y = -2

2x - 5y = 4

Answer 1

So then all that you're looking for is the x-coordinate of the intercept?

Answer 2

3x+y=-2
2x-5y=4

I would multiply the top equation by 5.

Answer 3

3(5)x+(5)y=-2(5)
2x-5y=4

Answer 4

15x+5y=-10
2x-5y=4

Now you can add the equations together.

Answer 5

17x=-6

and solve for x by dividing by 17 on both sides

Answer 6

It certainly isn't a nice number, but -6/17 seems to be the answer.

Answer 7

i got it thanx alot i love how u explain nice work