Answer:
x = 1
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
- 4y + 5x = 17 and (x - 3) is a solution
Substitute y = - 3 into the equation and solve for x
- 4(- 3) + 5x = 17
12 + 5x = 17 ( subtract 12 from both sides )
5x = 5 ( divide both sides by 5 )
x = 1
Solution is (1, - 3 )
