which metod is most efficent in solving a system of linear equations when the two equations have x-values with opposite coefficient values?

Kapytanhook asked Sep 22, 2023

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Kapytanhook asked Sep 22, 2023

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Answer:

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Explanation:

Just add the two equations together....this will eliminate 'x' and you can then solve for 'y'

Use this value of 'y' in one of the equations to calculate the value of 'x'

TrolleFar answered Sep 28, 2023

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