Question

Using the substitution method how to solve the value of x and y. -6x-y=29 / 8x+3y=-47

Answer 1

So you know how substitution method workd?

Answer 2

works*

Answer 3

Try it then! :D

Answer 4

It's confusing me :(

Answer 5

Where are you confused?

Answer 6

on which should i substitute first

Answer 7

-6x-y=29 -1
8x+3y=-47 -2

-6x - y = 29

Let's solve for y first.

y = 29 - 6x

Now use this value and substitute them in equation 2.

Answer 8

8x + 3y = -47

8x + 3(29 - 6x) = -47

Answer 9

So what should be the right answer?

Answer 10

Solve this:

8x + 3(29 - 6x) = -47