SOLUTION: solve the system of equations by the addtion method 3x-4y=7 5x+8y=19

Algebra ->  Systems-of-equations -> SOLUTION: solve the system of equations by the addtion method 3x-4y=7 5x+8y=19      Log On


   



Question 238758: solve the system of equations by the addtion method 3x-4y=7
5x+8y=19

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3x-4y=7
5x+8y=19
6x-8y=14 1st eqn x 2
-------- Add
11x = 33
x = 3
-------
y = 1/2