SOLUTION: Multiply the equations to generate opposite terms, then add the equations to solve for x and y. 2x + 5y = -6 3x

SOLUTION: Multiply the equations to generate opposite terms, then add the equations to solve for x and y. 2x + 5y = -6 3x - y = -9

Question 1158554: Multiply the equations to generate opposite terms, then add the equations to solve for x and y.
2x + 5y = -6
3x - y = -9

Found 2 solutions by ikleyn, Boreal:
Answer by ikleyn(52784) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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First multiply the second equation by 5 (both sides).

Keep the first equation as is.

Then add the equations (both sides).

Do as prescribed.

Answer by Boreal(15235) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2x+5y=-6
15x-5y=-45, multiplying the bottom by -5
add them
17x=-51
x=-3
y=0
(-3, 0)
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