Algebra 2 (1st Edition)

Published by McDougal Littell
ISBN 10: 0618595414
ISBN 13: 978-0-61859-541-9

Chapter 3 Linear Systems and Matrices - 3.2 Solve Linear Systems Algebraically - 3.2 Exercises - Skill Practice - Page 164: 39

Answer

$$y=\frac{1}{2},\:x=-\frac{3}{4}$$

Work Step by Step

Solving the equation using substitution, we find: $$-4\cdot \frac{-1-y}{2}+6y=6 \\ y=.5$$ Thus: $$x=\frac{-1-\frac{1}{2}}{2}=-\frac{3}{4}$$
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