Find the solution of this system of linear equations. Separate the x- and y-values with a comma.
4x + 8y =83
8x + 7y = 76

-8x – 16y = -166
8x + 7y = 76

Question

Find the solution of this system of linear equations. Separate the x- and y-values with a comma. 
4x + 8y =83
8x + 7y = 76

-8x – 16y = -166
8x + 7y = 76

sleepyjess · Answer

Do you know the elimination method?

anonymous · Answer

I have no clue what an elimination method is..

sleepyjess · Answer

that makes it really hard to help you through this...

anonymous · Answer

Sorry!

sleepyjess · Answer

we need to multiply one equation by something, so that when we add them, either x or y cancels out and we are left with 1 variable

anonymous · Answer

It says "After multiplying, the x coefficients are additive inverses. Solving for y."

sleepyjess · Answer

do you know what that means?

anonymous · Answer

Nope

anonymous · Answer

i skipped it so its fine

anonymous · Answer

Do you yet need any help regarding THIS question?

anonymous · Answer

No but I do for another question @KenichiIvy

anonymous · Answer

If that being the case close this question and the new question in a seperate post :)