Question

Find the solution to this system of equations:
-2x+y=-1

-8x+2y=-10

a. (2,3)
b. (2,2)
c. (3,3)
d. (3,2)

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Answer:

a. (2, 3).

Step-by-step explanation:

-2x+y=-1

-8x+2y= -10        Multiply the first equation by -2:-

4x - 2y = 2          Adding:

-4x + 0 = -8

x = -8/-4

x = 2

So

-8(2) + 2y = -10

2y = -10 + 16 = 6

y = 3.