Question

How would I solve the system 9x +y = 2, -4x -y =-17 when using elimination
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Answer 1

Answer: y=29, x=-3

Explanation:

eq. 1: 9x+y=2

9 • -3+y=2

-27+y=2

y=29

eq. 2: -4x-y=-17

4x+y=17

5x=-15

x=-3