Answer:
x = -4; y = -3
Explanation:
2x - 5y = 7
3x - y = -9
Rewrite top equation. Multiply both sides of bottom equation by -5. Add equations. This eliminates y, and we solve for x.
2x - 5y = 7
(+) -15x + 5y = 45
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-13x = 52
Divide both sides by -13.
x = -4
Substitute -4 for x in the first original equation and solve for y.
2x - 5y = 7
2(-4) - 5y = 7
-8 - 5y = 7
-5y = 15
y = -3
Answer: x = -4; y = -3
-5 =