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1. Emma used elimination to solve this system of linear equations. 3x + 5y = -17 2x + 4y = 6 Which equation did Emma have after she climinated x? A. 2y =-98 B. 22y = -16 C.-22y = 16 D. 2y = 52​

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Answer:

2y=52

1st equation *(-3) and 2nd *(2)

-6x-10y=34

6x+12y=18

eliminate -6x and 6x

add both equations

2y=52

Explanation:

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Answer:

2y=52

Explanation:

1st equation *(-3) and 2nd *(2)

-6x-10y=34

6x+12y=18

eliminate -6x and 6x

add both equations

2y=52

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