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OpenStudy (anonymous):

x+y=10 -x-2y=-14

OpenStudy (kropot72):

If you add the two equations the x terms will be eliminated. then you can solve for y.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i dont get how you do that

OpenStudy (kropot72):

When you add the two equations you get: x + y -x -2y=10 - 14 Now can you group like terms?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

haha still dont get it

OpenStudy (kropot72):

Lets take it step by step. What is the result of the following: x -x = ?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

um i seriously am not sure i havent got this and its due for homework

OpenStudy (anonymous):

ill be back i gotta eat dinner

OpenStudy (kropot72):

What is the result of the following: 10 - 14 = ?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

-4

OpenStudy (kropot72):

Correct. So that is the right hand sides added. So once again what is the result of: x - x = ?

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