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Use the linear combination method to solve this system of equations. What is the value of x

Use the linear combination method to solve this system of equations. What is the value-example-1
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Answer:

x = -3 2/3

Explanation:

Adding the two equations gives the value of y:

(3x +7y) + (-3x -2y) = (31) + (-1)

5y = 30

y = 6

Substituting this value into the second equation, we have ...

-3x -2(6) = -1

-3x = 11 . . . . . . . . . . add 12

x = -11/3 = -3 2/3 . . divide by the coefficient of x

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