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Solve by elimination

Solve by elimination-example-1
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Answer:

(-4,3)

Explanation:

sum the equations vertically to eliminate at least one variable

2x= -8

divide both sides by 2

x= -4

substitute the given value of x into the equation

x+y= -1

-4+y= -1

y=3

(-4,3)

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