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Explain how to form a linear combination to eliminate the variable y for this system,
2x - 3y 3
5x + 2y = 17.
A)
Multiply the first equation by 2 and the second equation by 3.
B)
Multiply the first equation by -5 and the second equation by -2.
Multiply the first equation by-2 and the second equation by 3.
D)
Multiply the first equation by 2 and the second equation by -3.

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I believe the answers b

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Answer:

Correct answer is A. Multiply the first equation by 2 and the second equation by 3.

Explanation:

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