Question 191013: Solve by substitution. Determine whether the equation is independent, dependent or inconsistent.
y = x + 4
3y - 5x = 6
Thanks! Answer by Mathtut(3670) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! y = x + 4......eq 1
3y - 5x = 6....eq 2
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take y's value from eq 1 and substitute it into eq 2
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3(x+4)-5x=6
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3x+12-5x=6
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-2x=-6
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x=3
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y=x+4=3+4=7
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this system is consistent and independent since it has one and only one solution
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