228k views
5 votes
When solving a system of equations, how do you determine which method to use?

Please explain and give examples.
Thank you!

User Hare Kumar
by
5.4k points

1 Answer

5 votes

How can you determine the best method of solving a system of equations?

Elimination is best used when both equations are in standard form (Ax + By = C).

Elimination is also the best method to use if all of the variables have a coefficient other than 1.

Hope this helps

User CMerrill
by
5.5k points