Y = -2 x - 9
3 x - 4(-2 x - 9 ) = -8
3 x + 8 x + 36 = - 8
11 x = - 44, x = - 4
y = 8 - 9 , y = -1
This is a unique solution, the system is independent.
Your answer is (a) because 4 times 2 is 8 but since it's negative 2 it's negative 8
Answer:
y = -6, x =2
Step-by-step explanation:
To solve by elimination, you have to line both equations up together. Then, you multiply both equations until one variable is removed.
2x+y = -2
5x + 3y = - 8
There are many different ways to solve an elimination problem, but generally you should look for the simplest route. Here, I would multiply the top equation by -3.
-6x -3y = 6
5x +3y = -8
Imagine you are adding the two equations together. You end up with
-x = -2
Then solve for x. In this situation, it is fairly simple. Take out a factor of -1.
x = 2
Finally, choose one of your beginning equations and plug your new-found x value back into the equation.
2(2) +y = -2
4 + y = -2
y = -6
Answer:
23
Step-by-step explanation:
6x+12=5x+35
x=23
