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Question 390605: Solve by the elimination method
2r-5s= -1
5r+2s=41
What is the solution of the system? Slect the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.
A) the solution is _______
B) there are infinitely many solution
C) there is no solution
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Hi,         

Solving by the elimination method

2r-5s = -1

5r+2s =41



4r -10s  = -2

25r+10s  = 205

 29r = 203

   r = 7  

5r+2s =41

2s = -5r + 41

2s = -5*7 + 41

2s = 6

 s = 3

One solution, this is an Independent System of equations