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26 September, 10:35

How can I solve the following system of equations: - 4x + y = 6, - 5x - y = 21. I know I can cancel out but I don't know where or where to go from there.

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  1. 26 September, 10:40
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    -4x + y = 6

    -5x - y = 21

    add both of them

    -9x = 27

    x = - 3

    (-4*-3) + y = 6

    -12 + y = 6

    y = 18
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