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Cant solve x+4y=0
3x+2y=20

User Steve Hobbs
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Answer:

The answer to this question is -2.

Explanation:

First, multiply one of the equations by something that can cancel out the other variable.

3x+2y=20

3(x+4y=0)

3x+2y=20

3x+12y=0

Now, subtract both equations.

-10y=20

Now, divide both sides by -10.

y=-2

Hope this helps!

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