Question

What form of a linear equation is most useful when using the elimination method for solving a system of linear equations? Why?

Answer 1

have you used the elimination method with a system of equations yet?

Answer 2

yes

Answer 3

so when solving a system of equations, is easier if one puts all the variables on one side, usually the left, and the constant value on the right

Answer 4

say 3x + 25 = 2y
y + 3 = 5x

would be better managed if
3x -2y = -25
5x +y = -3

Answer 5

yes, but why is it easier that way?

Answer 6

http://www.mathsisfun.com/algebra/standard-form.html <--- you'd notice that'd be the "standard form of a linear equation"

Answer 7

well.... when you've done it.... do you think it was simple? why?

Answer 8

it's easier, since you can process vertically like you'd on any sum procedure