Solve the System Using the Substitution Method

question 74

Essay

Solve the system using the substitution method. If the system is dependent or inconsistent , or if there is no solution , indicate this.

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Definitions:

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A method used in accounting to estimate the portion of accounts receivable that may not be collected.

Contra Asset

An account that is used to reduce the value of a related asset, such as accumulated depreciation reducing the book value of fixed assets.

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) of an account that is expected to have a higher balance, indicating the side which increases the account.

Allowance Method

A financial method that estimates the value of debts unlikely to be collected by determining uncollectible accounts each period's end.