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29 March, 07:05

Use the substitution method to solve the system of equations. Choose the correct ordered pair. 2x + y = 8 and y = - x + 5

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  1. 29 March, 07:31
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    The ordered pair is (3, 2).

    Step-by-step explanation:

    y = - x + 5

    2x + y = 8

    Substitute y = - x + 5 in the second equation:

    2x + (-x + 5) = 8

    x + 5 = 8

    x = 3.

    Now substitute x = 3 into the first equation;

    y = - 3 + 5

    y = 2.
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