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1 January, 02:12

Find the value of the coefficient a in the equation ax+2y=8, if the solution to the equation is the pair x=2 and y=1.

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  1. 1 January, 02:31
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    a = 3

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Simply substitute 2 for x and y for 1 and solve.

    This will get you 2a + 2 = 8

    Then simplifying, 2a = 6.

    a = 3.
  2. 1 January, 02:35
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    Answer: a=3

    Step-by-step explanation: a (2) + 2 (1) = 8 2a+2=8 2a=6 a=3
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