how to solve this equation using elimination method y=-1/2-3;x+2y=-6

Question

1. Elimation method 
2. Show work

Answer 1

IF & WHEN YOU FIX THE FIRST EQUATION...observe that you will have a substitute for y (the right hand side expression).

Substitute that into the second equation and solve for the variable x.

 

This basic idea should have been taught in your class, and should be illustrated in your textbook with numerous examples