SOLUTION: Solve for x and y by deriving an expression for y from the second equation, and substituting it back into the first equation. −2x+y−5x+y=−4=−8

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Question 725638: Solve for x and y by deriving an expression for y from the second equation, and substituting it back into the first equation.
−2x+y−5x+y=−4=−8

Answer by Alan3354(69443)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Solve for x and y by deriving an expression for y from the second equation, and substituting it back into the first equation.
−2x+y−5x+y=−4=−8
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