X 2y 3800 ------- 2 From 1 we can plug x 2500 - y in 2. Distribute to each terms inside the parenthesis. This tab is on the ribbon menu just below the highest row of icons.
Now solve for the value of using the first equation.
Math word problems dont give you the equation. But we cant pretend that meaningful math is learned just by following steps. The whole point of word problems is to expand math beyond math facts and algorithms. There are some helpful strategies to help students with formulation.