SOLUTION: Solve the following system of equations: 5x-2y=8 3x-y=7 thanks

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Question 731325: Solve the following system of equations:
5x-2y=8
3x-y=7
thanks

Answer by Alan3354(69443)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
5x-2y=8
3x-y=7
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Multiply the 2nd eqn by 2, then subtract

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