Question

use the substitution method to solve the system of equations. choose the correct ordered pair
x+3y=9
y=x-5

Answer 1

Answer:

• A. (6, 1)

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

• x+3y=9
• y=x-5

Substituting y:

• x + 3(x - 5) = 9
• x + 3x - 15 = 9
• 4x = 9 + 15
• 4x = 24
• x = 6

Finding y:

• y = 6 - 5 = 1

Answer: (6, 1)

Correct choice is A.

Answer 2

Answer:

A

Step-by-step explanation: