What is the value of x in this system of equations? Express the answer as a decimal rounded to the nearest tenth.

Negative 5 x minus 12 y = negative 8. 5 x + 2 y = 48.

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x = 8, y = 4 (8, 4) solution

Step-by-step explanation:

Negative 5 x minus 12 y = negative 8. 5 x + 2 y = 48.

convert to algebra.

-5x - 12y = - 8;

5x + 2y = 48

solve. if we add these equations we get:

-5x + 5x - 12y + 2y = - 8 + 48

-10y = 40

y = 4

find x.

5x + 2*4 = 48

5x + 8 = 48

5x = 40

x = 8