Question

y = -3 - 18x
y = 14 - x

Explanation:

Step1: Set the two equations equal

Since both equal \( y \), set \( -3 - 18x = 14 - x \)

Step2: Solve for \( x \)

Add \( 18x \) to both sides: \( -3 = 14 + 17x \)
Subtract 14: \( -17 = 17x \)
Divide by 17: \( x = -1 \)

Step3: Find \( y \) using \( x = -1 \)

Substitute \( x = -1 \) into \( y = 14 - x \): \( y = 14 - (-1) = 15 \)

Answer:

\( x = -1 \), \( y = 15 \)