SOLUTION: what is the value of the y-coordinate of the solution to the system of equation 2x+y=8 and x-3y=-3

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Question 852144: what is the value of the y-coordinate of the solution to the system of equation 2x+y=8 and x-3y=-3
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Multiply the second equation by -2 and add to the first.
2x%2By-2x%2B6y=8%2B6
7y=14
y=2