Use the method of elimination to solve the system

3x+3y=-9
-3x+1y=-3
Your answer is (x,y)= ( , )

I don't understand this question? 😭

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Use the method of elimination to solve the system

3x+3y=-9
-3x+1y=-3
Your answer is (x,y)= ( , )

I don't understand this question? 😭

anonymous · Answer

Do you understand anything about this question?

mathmale · Answer

Here, "elimination" means to get rid of (eliminate) one variable at a time.  In this case the given problem is very straightforward.  

Copy down this system of equations:

  3x+3y=-9
-3x+1y=-3

and then add the terms together vertically.  In other words, add:  3x
                                                                                                     -3x
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anonymous · Answer

No not at all

mathmale · Answer

Then what?  Solve this simplified equation for y.  
Then find x.

Please follow these instructions, then ask for specific help if you need it.

anonymous · Answer

Y = -3  I got y but I still can't get x

mathmale · Answer

Substitute y=-3 into either of the given equations.
This will leave you with only one variable:  x

Solve for x.

Show your work, please.