talayahproctor
talayahproctor talayahproctor
  • 03-09-2020
  • Mathematics
contestada

The sum of two numbers, x and y is 14. Twice the first number x and triple the second number y is 63. Find x and y.

Respuesta :

oscar236
oscar236 oscar236
  • 03-09-2020

Answer:

x = -21, y = 35.

Step-by-step explanation:

Use the elimination method:

x + y = 14

2x + 3y = 63

Multiply the first equation by -2:

-2x - 2y = -28

Add this to the second equation to eliminate x:

y = 35

So x  + 35 = 14

x = 14 - 35

x = -21.

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

Which word means the OPPOSITE of near? Zak walks to school because it is near his home. close around far by
can anybody help me...​
100POINTS!!!! Label each reaction to either homogeneous OR heterogeneous
I need this solved please
Which iS an example of area?
Find the surface area of the cone. Use 3.14 for π. 100 points
How many moles of water are produced from the following reaction, when 275 kJ of energy is given off? 4 NH3 + 3 O2 → 2 N2 + 6 H2O ΔH = -1530 kJ
Can some one help me?
Does anyone no how i can bring my grades up?
In Spanish, write a short story about two imaginary friends. What are their names? What do they do? What are their personalities like? What are some other inter