3 years ago

What number would you multiply the 1st equation by to eliminate y? -4x - y = -11 -6x - 3y= -27

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2 answers:

katrin [286]3 years ago

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Multiply 1st equation by -3

Add both the equations

Degger [83]3 years ago

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Answer:

Multiply 1st equation by 3

Step-by-step explanation:

To eliminate -3y, we must multiply the 1st equation by such a number that the -y becomes -3y. This can be done by multiplying the 1st equation by 3.

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