SOLUTION: Solve the following system of equations for the unknown variables. x + y = 12 x – y = –2

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Question 328853: Solve the following system of equations for the unknown variables.
x + y = 12
x – y = –2
Answer by Fombitz(32388) About Me  (Show Source):
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Add the equations to eliminate y.
x%2By%2Bx-y=12-2
2x=10
x=5
THen use either equation to solve for y.
5%2By=12
y=-7