Hi, Use the elimination method to solve the system. 2x+2y=-14 2x-3y=-4 2x+2y=-14 -2x+3y=+4 | Multiplying 2nd EQ thru by -1 to eliminate the x variable 5y = -10 y = -2 and x = -5 | 2x = -4 + 3*(-2), x = -10/2 CHECKING our Answer*** 2*-5 + 2*-2 = -14