Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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Chapter 4 - Section 4.3 - Integrated Review - Summary on Solving Systems of Equations - Page 311: 21

Answer

Substitution method

Work Step by Step

$$3x + 2y = -2$$ $$y = -2x$$ A system composed of these equations would be easier to solve using the substitution method, as the value of $y$ in terms of $x$ is already given. Moreover, since it is just a single term $(-2x)$, then substituting this value to the original equation would not pose any complexity or difficulty. For instance, $$3x + 2y = -2$$ $$3x + 2(-2x) = -2$$ $$3x -4x = -2$$ $$x=2$$
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