Question

Solve both by elimination can someone help?

2x-5y=-9 , 4x+5y=12

3x-2y=12 , 7x-5y=17

Answer 1

x=1/2, y=2;

Explanation:

First pair:

2x-5y =-9

4x+5y=12

Add them together:

6x=3

x = 1/2

2(1/2) - 5y =-9

1-5y = -9

1+9=5y

y=10/5=2