Question

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Which of the following is the value of y that solves the system of equations shown below?

2x + 3y = -14
x - y = 3

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(1) -4

(2) -2

(3) 7

(4) 4

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Answer 1

Explanation:

Answer 2

-4

Explanation:

2x + 3y = -14

x - y = 3

Multiply the second equation by -2 to eliminate x

2x + 3y = -14

-2x +2 y = -6

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5y = -20

Divide by 5

5y/5 = -20/5

y = -4