X + y = 270
x - y = 26
Add the two equations: 2x = 296
x = 148
Substitute this value of x back into either of the original equations and solve for y:
148 + y = 270
y = 122
An ordered pair might be (148, 122)
x - y = 26
Add the two equations: 2x = 296
x = 148
Substitute this value of x back into either of the original equations and solve for y:
148 + y = 270
y = 122
An ordered pair might be (148, 122)