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Grade 8 math · J.8 · Systems of equations

Solve a system of equations in standard form

Use substitution or elimination so that you find x and y. Write your answer as (x, y).

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  1. Solve the system: 5x + 4y = 16 and −2x − y = −7. Write your answer as (x, y).

    Answer: (4, -1)

  2. Solve the system: 2x + 2y = 18 and 3x + 4y = 31. Write your answer as (x, y).

    Answer: (5, 4)

  3. Solve the system: −3x + 5y = −26 and 3x − 4y = 22. Write your answer as (x, y).

    Answer: (2, -4)

Tip: Use substitution or elimination so that you find x and y. Write your answer as (x, y).

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