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19 November, 18:07

Rodney is given two linear equations: x - y = 11 and 2x + y = 19. What is the value of x in the solution to the system of equations?

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  1. 19 November, 18:09
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    x = 10

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Given the 2 equations

    x - y = 11 → (1)

    2x + y = 19 → (2)

    Adding (1) and (2) term by term will eliminate the y - term

    (2x + x) + (y - y) = (19 + 11)

    3x = 30 (divide both sides by 3)

    x = 10
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