SOLUTION: An equation in three variables has an ordered triple as a solution. Complete the ordered triple solution for the equation. 2x + y – z = 14 (5, __?__, –1)

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Question 515539: An equation in three variables has an ordered triple as a solution. Complete the ordered triple solution for the equation.
2x + y – z = 14 (5, __?__, –1)

Answer by stanbon(75887)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
An equation in three variables has an ordered triple as a solution. Complete the ordered triple solution for the equation.
2x + y – z = 14 (5, __?__, –1)
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x = 5
z = -1
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Solve for "y":
2*5 + y -(-1) = 14
10+1 + y = 14
y = 14-11
y = 3
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Cheers,
stan H.
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