SOLUTION: Solve the pairs of equations using the addition or subtraction method. x + y = 15 x - y = 3 I have: 2x = 18 x = 9, but I don't know if it's right and Ican't figure o

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Question 43955: Solve the pairs of equations using the addition or subtraction method.

x + y = 15
x - y = 3
I have: 2x = 18 x = 9, but I don't know if it's right and Ican't figure out the rest.

Answer by benni1013(206)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
All you have to do now is plug and chug. Plug in 9 for x and see if the answers are the same for both y's if they are you are 100% correct.
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