Question

What is the value of X in the solution to the system of equations below?
15x-12y=13
30x+9y=4

A: -17/3
B: 1/3
C: -2/3
D: 1/6

Thanks for help!

Answer 1

Okay.

First multiply both equations by \(2\)

Answer 2

Then you want to add the like terms.

Answer 3

I would say the answer is c

Answer 4

No it is not. Let me explain :)

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Answer 5

After doing those steps you would get \(33y = -22\)

Answer 6

k thx for help

Answer 7

So after solving the whole thing you should get B as your answer! :)

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

Thank you very much I really apreciate

Answer 10

Can I ask why we dicide by two, just so that next time Ill know? @AihberKhan