What is the result of adding these two equations? 5x - y = 6 -2x+y=8

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Alvin SIU asked Mar 20, 2023

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What is the result of adding these two equations?
5x - y = 6
-2x+y=8

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Answer:

3x = 14

Explanation:

5x - y = 6

-2x+y=8

Combine like terms

5x - y = 6

-2x+y=8

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3x + 0y = 14

3x = 14

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