Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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Chapter 8 - Systems of Linear Equations and Problem Solving - 8.4 Systems of Equations in Three Variables - 8.4 Exercise Set - Page 538: 20

Answer

$$w=0,\:v=-5,\:u=3$$

Work Step by Step

Solving the system of equations using substitution, we find: $$ -\left(8+6w-5-6w\right)-2\left(6w-5\right)-3w=7\\ w=0 \\ v=6\cdot \:0-5=-5 \\ u=8-5-6\cdot \:0=3$$
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