SOLUTION: Please check whether each ordered pair is a solution to the equation. Equation y= 2/3x+5, ordered pair (3,8). I don't understand

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Question 994337: Please check whether each ordered pair is a solution to the equation. Equation y= 2/3x+5, ordered pair (3,8). I don't understand
Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Plug the value in the equation.
If it satisfies the equation, then it's a solution.
y=%282%2F3%29x%2B5
8=%282%2F3%29%283%29%2B5
8=2%2B5
8=7
False, so no it's not a solution.