Question

A variable needs to be eliminated to solve the system of equations below. Choose the

correct first step
— 5х + бу = 41
7x - 6y = -43

Answer 1

Explanation:

The first step is to add the 2 equations This will eliminate the y terms

( + 6y + -6y = 0).

So you are then left with 2x = -2

Answer 2

6y-6y, cancel it out to find x first.

-5x+6y=41

7x-6y=-43

2x=-2

Explanation:

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