Question

Solve the following simultaneous equations in two variables by the method of comparison ​

Answer 1

Answer:

8y+ 16 = 10y + x

16 = 2y + x ____ equation 1

x + y = 11 _____equation 2

2y. + x. = 16

y. + x. = 11

- - - -

y = 5

so x = 11-5

= 6