What is the solution of the system? Use the substitution method.
y + 6 = 4x
8x - 2y = 14
A The only solution is (14, 5)
B The only solution is (12, 14) .
C There are an infinite number of solutions.
D There is no solution.

Question

What is the solution of the system? Use the substitution method.
y + 6 = 4x
8x - 2y = 14
A The only solution is (14, 5)
B The only solution is (12, 14) .
C There are an infinite number of solutions.
D There is no solution.

3mar · Answer

Need help?

dottiecat · Answer

Yes please!

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I'm not sure how to start..

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Any ideas?

dottiecat · Answer

Well it does say substitution method.

3mar · Answer

substitution means that you solve one equation for one variable and sub. with it in the second equation!

dottiecat · Answer

Ohhh

dottiecat · Answer

Do we start with the second equation?

3mar · Answer

As you wish, you pick what you want and what you see that is easier to solve for one of its variables!

dottiecat · Answer

OK, Do you mind if I work it out on paper first, then ask you if it's right...?

3mar · Answer

That is with my pleasure!
This is more better!

dottiecat · Answer

OK, Thank you! I'd just like to try to see if I can do it first! hehe!

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That is what excellent students always do!

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No solution?

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The answer

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Is the answer D, I mean

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