Question

3x+4y=−2. 2x−4y=−8

Select the statement that correctly describes the solution to this system of equations.

Answer 1

One solution at (-2,1)

Explanation:

3x+4y=−2.

2x−4y=−8

Add the two equations together

3x+4y=−2

2x−4y=−8

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5x +0y = -10

Divide by 5

5x/5 = -10/5

x=-2

Now find y

2x-4y = -8

2*-2 -4y = -8

-4-4y = -8

Add 4 to each side

-4+4 -4y = -8+4

-4y = -4

Divide by -4

y = 1