Question

Solve the system of equations.

3x - 4y = -10 and 5x + 8y = -2

Answer 1

Do you want me to take you thru it step by step?

Answer 2

Yes Please

Answer 3

3x - 4y = -10 ...............(1)
5x + 8y = -2 ................(2)
If we multiply both sides of equation (1) by 2 the coefficient of y will become -8. Then the resulting equation can be added to equation (2) and we will eliminate the y terms.
Can you multiply both sides of equation (1) by 2?

Answer 4

By 2

Answer 5

2(3x - 4y) = 2(-10)
Now you multiply out both sides. Can you do it?