How do I solve 4x+3y=-27?

Question

For each part, use the equation 4x+3y= -27, where x and y are real numbers.

Give three solutions to the equation.

How many solutions does the equation have? Explain.

Answer 1

Pick a value for x and solve for y, or vice versa.

4(2) + 3y = -27

8 + 3y = -27

3y = -35

y = -35/3

(2,-35/3) is one solution.