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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Solve the system using elimination. 5x + 4y = 12 3x – 3y = 18

OpenStudy (anonymous):

multiply the top equation by 3 and the bottom equation by 4 15x+12v=36 12x-12y=72

OpenStudy (anonymous):

then add the equations

OpenStudy (anonymous):

so 27x = 158?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

x= 5.85? is that correct @BeautyQueen327

OpenStudy (anonymous):

ya

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Thank you

OpenStudy (anonymous):

then plug in x to find y. can you say that this was the best response?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

your welcome! :)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Just to be sure Is Y = 11.85?

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