Answer:
x = 7
Step-by-step explanation:
Solve equation [2] for the variable y
[2] y = - 2
Plug this in for variable y in equation [1]
[1] (-2) - 2x = -16
[1] - 2x = -14
Solve equation [1] for the variable x
[1] 2x = 14
[1] x = 7
Solution:
y = -2
x = 7
