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22 August, 10:22

Solve the system of equations using the substitution method.

-5x - 3y = 16

y = x

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  1. 22 August, 11:18
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    -5x - 3x = 16

    -8x = 16

    x = - 2

    y = x
  2. 22 August, 14:17
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    (-2, - 2)

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Make use of the 2nd equation to eliminate x or y in the 1st equation:

    -5x - 3 (x) = 16

    Then - 8x = 16, and x = - 2. Since we are told that y = x, y = - 2.

    The solution is (-2, - 2).
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