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2x + y = -2

x + y = 5

The x-coordinate of the solution to the system shown is _____.

-7
-3
3
7

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Answer:

-7 :)

Explanation:

User Emonik
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The answer is -7 because if you subtract the first equation by the second equation then you’ll find the y-coordinate: 12. You use the second equation to find the x-coordinate.
User Sarveshseri
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