Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321726391
ISBN 13: 978-0-32172-639-1

Chapter 4 - Section 4.1 - Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Graphing - Exercise Set - Page 289: 3

Answer

a. yes b. no

Work Step by Step

To find out if an ordered pair is a solution you need to insert the values of the variables into the equation. If the answer of the system is true, the pair is a solution, if not it isn't. a. $3\times3-4=5<=>5=5$ $3+2\times4=11<=>11=11$ b. $3\times0--5=5<=>5=5$ $0+2\times-5=11<=>-10\ne11$$
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.