Question

Solve the following systems using the elimination method. -3x+4y=-8 and 3x+ y=-17

Answer 1

(-4, -5)

Explanation:

-3x + 4y = -8

+

3x + y = -17

= 5y = -25 = y = -5

-3x + 4(-5) = -8

-3x - 20 = -8

-3x = 12

x = -4