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what's the solution to the system of equations y = -1/3 x + 2 , y= x + 2

User Andyras
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Answer:

x=-1, y=-1

Explanation:

1. Find x in terms of y

y=-1/3x+2

3y=-x+2

3y-2=-x

x=-3y+2

2. Substitute x in terms of y

y=-3y+2+2

3. Simplify

y=-3y+4

4y=4

y=1

4. Find x using y

1=x+2

x=-1

5. Check

1=-1+2

1=1

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