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23 July, 09:01

What is the solution to the following system of equations?

x+y=5

x-y=1

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  1. 23 July, 09:24
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    x+y=5

    -x - x

    Equals:

    y=-x+5

    Now you have:

    y=-x+5

    x-y=1

    Insert - x+5 into y

    x-x+5=1

    Combine like terms

    2x+5=1

    Subtract 5.

    2x=-4

    Divide 2.

    Answer: x=-2
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