Question

Solve the system of equations.
– 3y +51 = 26
– 2y - 51 = -16

Answer 1

y= -2

Explanation:

ADDING BOTH EQUATIONS

-3y + 51 =26

-2y -51 = -16

-5y = 10

-5y/5 = 10/5

-y =2

y = -2

Answer 2

-2

Explanation:

add both equations up

-5y = 10 ➡ y = -2