SOLUTION: For each ordered pair, determine whether it is a solution to the system of equations. 9x-2y=8 -7x+3y=1 (2,5),(-8,1),(-4,-9),(0,-4)

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Question 847823: For each ordered pair, determine whether it is a solution to the system of equations.
9x-2y=8
-7x+3y=1
(2,5),(-8,1),(-4,-9),(0,-4)
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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The neat way is to actually solve the simultaneous equations. The slopes are unequal so the lines will intersect. They will intersect in ONE point. Use substitution (method) to find the point. Now just pick the correct choice from the list.