Solve the system of equations:
x + 2y = 5
3x + 5y = 14
The solution is x = 3 and y = 1.
Sol'n:
Multiply first equation by 3: 3x + 6y = 15
Subtract second equation: (3x + 6y) - (3x + 5y) = 15 - 14
y = 1
Substitute into x + 2y = 5: x + 2(1) = 5
x = 3
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Updated 4 days ago|6/3/2026 9:31:13 PM
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