Question

what does the solution (3, 5) mean in the context of the equations y = x + 2 and y = 2x - 1? a. x = 3 and y = 5 b. x = 5 and y = 3 c. x = 2 and y = 3 d. x = 3 and y = 2

Explanation:

In a system of equations with variables $x$ and $y$, a solution is given as an ordered - pair $(x,y)$. Here, the ordered - pair $(3,5)$ means the value of $x$ is 3 and the value of $y$ is 5.

Answer:

a. $x = 3$ and $y = 5$