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Solve the system using elimination
3x+2y=16
X+5y=14

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Explanation:

1. From equation2, x =14-5y

Put into equation1, 3(14-5y) +2y

Now, 42-15y + 2y =16

-13y = 16-42

-13y = -26

y = 2

Now substitute into equation2

x + 5(2) = 14

x = 14 - 10

x =4

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Answer: 3x+2y=16 x+5y=14

Explanation:

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