SOLUTION: Hi I really need help with this problem. Use the substitution method to solve Y=-2X-4 3X+Y=1 If you can help it will be deeply appreciated.

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Question 889648: Hi
I really need help with this problem. Use the substitution method to solve
Y=-2X-4
3X+Y=1

If you can help it will be deeply appreciated.

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Y=-2X-4
3X+Y=1
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y is solved for in the 1st eqn
Sub -2x-4 for y in the 2nd eqn