Question

8. Solve the system. (1 point)

x+y=5
-2x+4y=8

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

multiply the first equation by 2 and then add both equations.

2x + 2y = 10

-2x + 4y = 8

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0 + 6y = 18

y = 3

x + y = 5

x + 3 = 5

x = 2