Wednesday, January 20, 2010

7.2 Substitution

What you'll learn...

  • Solve system of equations by using substitution

  • Solve real-world problems involving systems of equations.



Do for homework: Write and Solve a System of Equations

A metal alloy 25% copper. Another metal alloy is 50% copper. How much of each alloy should be used to make 1000 grams of a metal alloy that is 45% copper.

1.) Define variables
2.) Organize a table
3.) Write the system of equations
4.) Solve for one variable and use substitution