Question

how do u solve 2x+y=17

Answer 1

2x + y = 17
To solve for y, subtract 2x from both sides;
y = 17 - 2x

To solve for x, subtract y from both sides;
2x = 17 - y
Divide both sides by 2;
$x = \frac{17-7}{2} = \frac{17}{2} - \frac{y}{2}$
$x=8.5- \frac{y}{2}$