What is the value of x in the solutions to this system of equations?
2x+4y=-17
y=-3x+2
A. -2.5
B. 5.5
C. 2.5
D. -5.5
C. 2.5
To solve for x, substitute the second equation into the first equation:
2x + 4(-3x + 2) = -17
2x - 12x + 8 = -17
-10x + 8 = -17
-10x = -25
x = 2.5
Therefore, the value of x in the system of equations is 2.5.