Solving a system of linear equation in two variables
If 2 xy =36, ...
Question
If 2xy = 36, given the value of x is found from the equation : 9x = 54, what is the value of y ?
A
3
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B
7
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C
1
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Solution
The correct option is A 3 From 9x = 54, divide both sides by 9, we get x = 6 Substitute value of x = 6 in equation 2xy = 36 , i.e. 2×6×y=36 ⇒12y=36 Now divide both sides by 12, we get y = 3 ∴ solution is A