Question

Solve the system using the elimination method
2x + 3y = 12
15x -3y = 39

Answer 1

x=3 y=2

Explanation:

Step one:

Add both equation

2x+3y=12

+ 15x-3y=39

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17x=51

x=3

Step 2: After finding the answer for x, plug it into the first equation to find the value of y

2(3)+3y=12

6+3y=12

3y=6

y=2