SOLUTION: how do i get y by itself in the following equations? x+2y=4 2x+y=0 Please explain step by step thankyou

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Question 541493: how do i get y by itself in the following equations?
x+2y=4
2x+y=0
Please explain step by step thankyou
Answer by friesr(113) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x+2y=4
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2y = -x +4
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y = -x/2 + 2
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2x+y=0
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y = -2x
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