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Solve independent system equations for:

5x-9y=-65
10x-3y=20
x=?
y=?


User Alextansc
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5x-9y=-65
10x-3y=20

Multiple the first equation by 2
10x-18y=-130
10x -3y=20
Then subtract the two equations to get rid of the x

21y=-150
Divide the -150 by 21
Y=-7.14

Plug the y into the original equation. (Either one)

5x-9(-7.14)=-65
5x-64.28=-65
Then add 64.28 to the -65
5x=-0.72
Divide by 5
X=-0.144

I hope this is right
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