Is the ordered pair (2,7) is a solution of the equation: y - x = 5?

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Madi
May 6, 2016

Yes.

Explanation:

The ordered pair (2,7) is in the form (x,y) so
x= 2
y = 7

Substitute x and y values into the equation y-x=5

7 - 2 = 5
5=5

Since the equation is correct, the ordered pair is a solution.

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