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How do I solve the equation
4x-2y=-2
-4+4y=-24
using the elimination method

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Add two lines:
2y = -26
y = -13

Substitute this back into first equation:
4x - 2 (-13) = -2
4x + 26 = -2
4x = -28
x = -7
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