SOLUTION: Choose two different positive numbers. Then construct a system of two linear equations with two variables, such that its solution consists of exactly the two chosen numbers. Exp

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Question 48598: Choose two different positive numbers. Then construct a system of two linear equations with two variables, such that its solution consists of exactly the two chosen numbers. Explain your method of creating the system.
Answer by stanbon(48545) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
choose 1 and 2
0x+y=1
x+0y=2

The solution of this system of equations is x=2; y=1

Cheers,
Stan H.