Solve the simultaneous equations;5x +y = 21 and x-3y=9

Two ways of doing this, substitution and elimination. Could teach both so students choose which they prefer
Substitution;change the second equation into x=3y+9 then substitute it into the first equation where there's an 'x'. Expand and simplify and substitute your x value to work out the y value

KO
Answered by Kameel O. Maths tutor

5391 Views

See similar Maths GCSE tutors

Related Maths GCSE answers

All answers ▸

What is the difference between distance and displacement?


How can I sketch a graph?


Expand and simplify: (10-x)/2 = 2x - 6


Solve the equation: 13y − 5 = 9y + 27.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning