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y+p=0,y+2x+1=0
To solve a pair of equations using substitution, first solve one of the equations for one of the variables. Then substitute the result for that variable in the other equation.
y+p=0
Pick one of the two equations which is more simple to solve for y by isolating y on the left hand side of the equal sign.
y=-p
Subtract p from both sides of the equation.
-p+2x+1=0
Substitute -p for y in the other equation, y+2x+1=0.
2x+1-p=0
Add -p to 1.
2x=p-1
Subtract -p+1 from both sides of the equation.
x=\frac{p-1}{2}
Divide both sides by 2.
y=-p,x=\frac{p-1}{2}
The system is now solved.