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Solve the system of equations using elimination

Solve the system of equations using elimination-example-1

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Answer:

(1, 3).

Explanation:

x + 2y = 7

3x - 2y = -3

Adding the 2 equations will eliminate y:

4x = 4

x = 4/4

x = 1

Plug x = 1 into the first equation:

1 + 2y = 7

2y = 6

y = 3.

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