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What is the solution to the system of equations 6x+2y=6 7x+3y=5

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Answer:

(x,y)=(2,-3)

Explanation:

6x+2y=6

7x+3y=5

Multiply both sides by 3

18x+6y=18

7x+3y=5

Multiply both sides by -2

18x+6y=18

-14x-6y=-10

Eliminate one variable by adding the equations

4x=8

x=2

Substitute the value of x to get y

6(2)+2y=6

y=-3

x=2

y=-3

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