Solve Math Relation for V in Terms of Z and A

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The discussion focuses on expressing the variable V in terms of Z and A using the equations V = (3/5)Y + (2/5)Z, Y = 2A - 3X, and X = (1/6)Z + (5/6)Y. The initial approach involved isolating Y from the second equation and equating it to the first, which proved ineffective. A crucial hint provided was to express Y in terms of Z and A by eliminating X, leading to a clearer path for solving the problem.

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Homework Statement



I need to express V in terms of Z and A.

i know

V= (3/5)Y + (2/5)Z

given

y=2A-3X
X=(1/6)Z + (5/6)Y


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ok. my first attempt was to isolate y in the second equation, and let the two equations equal each other. That eliminates y so i can't solve the problem. I don't think

i need a hint to start at least

thanks
 
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A simple hint: you need to express Y in terms of Z and A from the second and third equation, and then return to the first one. (i.e. eliminate X)
 
yep i think i can do it now..thanks bud
 

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