This how you set the equation up. 2x + 6 = 3x + 7 Subtract 6 from both sides. 2x = 3x + 1 Subtract 3x from both sides. -1x = 1 Divide. x = -1. Now solve for y by plugging in the variable. y = 2(-1) + 6 y = -2 + 6 y = 4 So your solution is (-1,4). I hope this helps love! :)