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What is the value of y in the solution to the system of equations?

One-thirdx + One-fourthy = 1

2x – 3y = –30

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Answer:8

Explanation:

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Answer:

y-value = 8

Explanation:

1/3x + 1/4y = 1 is the same as 4/12x + 3/12y = 1

which is the same as (4x + 3y)/12 = 1

which is the same as 4x + 3y = 12

add both equations and the 'y' will cancel and you will have 6x = -18

x = -3

2(-3) - 3y = -30

-6 - 3y = -30

-3y = -24

y = 8

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