Question

Consider the system of equation
2x+3y=8
2x+6y=12
what could be the first step in solving the system of equations using elimination

a. Multiply the first equation by -1
b. Add 4 to both sides of the first equation
c. Add the two equations
d. Multiply the second equation by 2

Answer 1

Answer:

firt thing i would do is take out things that are alike but if these are the options then i would a) multiply the first equation by -1