Question

What is the solution to the system of equations:

2x - 3y = 12 and 5x + 3y = 2
a) (2, - $)
c) Infinitely Many Solutions
b) No Solution
d) (-2, 4)
HELP

Answer 1

x=2, y=-8/3. (2, -8/3).

Explanation:

2x-3y=12

5x+3y=2

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7x=14

x=14/7

x=2

2(2)-3y=12

4-3y=12

3y=4-12

3y=-8

y=-8/3