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Solve the system equations and choose the correct ordered pair

3x+2y=12
6x+3y=21

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Answer:

(2,3)

Explanation:

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User Ikaso
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Answer:

(2, 3).

Explanation:

3x+2y=12

6x+3y=21 Multiply the first equation by 3 and the second by 2:

9x + 6y = 36

12x + 6y = 42 Subtract:

-3x = -6

x = -6/-3 = 2.

Plug x = 2 into the first equation:

3(2) + 2y = 12

2y = 12 - 3(2)

2y = 6

y = 3.

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