Question

25 pts
2x + y = -2
x + y = 5

The x-coordinate of the solution to the system shown is _____.

-7
-3
3
7

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

2x + y = - 2

x   + y =  5              Subtract to get rid of the y

x = -2-5

x = -7

Answer 2

Answer:

x=    -7

Step-by-step explanation:

after deducting second equation from first we get

2x+y-(x+y)= -2-5

aftert soving this equation

x+0= -7

x= -7 ans