Substitute x=−3: Substitute x=−3 into the first equation.We have the equation 10x−7y=12 and we know that x=−3. Let's substitute −3 for x in the equation.10(−3)−7y=12
Simplify the equation: Simplify the equation.Now we simplify the left side of the equation.−30−7y=12
Isolate the variable y: Isolate the variable y. To find the value of y, we need to isolate y on one side of the equation. –7y=12+30–7y=42
Solve for y: Solve for y.Now we divide both sides by –7 to solve for y.y=(–7)42y=–6
Write the solution: Write the solution as an ordered pair.We have found that x=−3 and y=−6. The solution in the form of an ordered pair is (−3,−6).
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