x = 4
General Formulas and Concepts:
Pre-Algebra
Order of Operations: BPEMDAS
Brackets
Parenthesis
Exponents
Multiplication
Division
Addition
Subtraction
Left to Right
Equality Properties
Multiplication Property of Equality
Division Property of Equality
Addition Property of Equality
Subtraction Property of Equality
Algebra I
Solving systems of equations using substitution/elimination
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Define Systems
7x + y = 14
-2x - y = 6
Step 2: Solve for x
Elimination
Combine 2 equations: 5x = 20[Division Property of Equality] Divide 5 on both sides: x = 4