Inactive Tutor answered • 11/09/14
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Multiply both sides in the bottom equation by 2. This gives you -2y in the bottom equation.
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May G.
asked • 11/09/14system of equations
What is a possible first step in eliminating a variable in the following system of equations?
5x + 2y = 2
8x - y = -22
5x + 2y = 2
8x - y = -22
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