SOLUTION: Find a solution to the system of equations by graphing x+y=-8 3x+y=-6

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Question 695300: Find a solution to the system of equations by graphing
x+y=-8
3x+y=-6
Answer by Ave(106) About Me  (Show Source):
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graph both the equations then find the point where they cross.
(1,-9)
you can check by putting back into the equation
1-9=-8
-8=-8