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Which equation results from adding the equations in this system? -2x+y=8 5x-y=-5

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Answer:

3x = 3

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer:

3 x = 3.

Value of x = 1 and y = 10.

Step-by-step explanation:

  • Adding the two equations:

-2x + y = 8

5x - y = -5

  • Will give:

5x + (-2x) + y + (-y) = 8 + (-5)

∴ 3 x = 3.

∴ x = 1.

  • Substituting in any equation to get y:

-2(1) + y = 8.

∴ y = 10.

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