Ask your own question, for FREE!
Mathematics 17 Online
OpenStudy (anonymous):

Jordan wants to solve the following system using the elimination method: 2x + 3y = 10 x + y = 7 What number should the equation x + y = 7 be multiplied by to eliminate y? A. −2 B. 2 C. −3 D. 3

OpenStudy (kidrah69):

When doing elimination you want opposite signs

OpenStudy (kidrah69):

So in this case we have a POSITIVE 3 so what kind of 3 do we need?

OpenStudy (kidrah69):

What is the opposite of 3?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

-3? @kidrah69

OpenStudy (kidrah69):

yep =)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

yay cx

OpenStudy (kidrah69):

:P

Can't find your answer? Make a FREE account and ask your own questions, OR help others and earn volunteer hours!

Join our real-time social learning platform and learn together with your friends!
Can't find your answer? Make a FREE account and ask your own questions, OR help others and earn volunteer hours!

Join our real-time social learning platform and learn together with your friends!