SOLUTION: I want to thank everyone that has helped me with the last few weeks of algbra that i still do not understand totally, but at least I am trying.... Solve by the elimination method.

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Question 141274: I want to thank everyone that has helped me with the last few weeks of algbra that i still do not understand totally, but at least I am trying....
Solve by the elimination method.
3x + 4y = 4
6x + 8y = 8
help please.

Answer by edjones(7311) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
If you multiply the 1st equation by 2 you get the second equation.
They are the same equation.
Since they are the same equation you only have one equation. So, you can't find an answer for x or y.
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Ed