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Explain the steps you would use to solve the following system of equations with the elimination method. Do not solve the system.
(1) 5x + 2y = 5
(2) 3x - 4y = -23
(1) 5x + 2y = 5
(2) 3x - 4y = -23
Solving a system of equations means finding the values of the variables that make both equations true at the same time.
The first step is to choose one of the variables (x or y) and use one of the equations to solve for it. Once you have the value of that variable, you can substitute it into the other equation to solve for the other variable.
Yes, in order to have a complete solution, you need to find the values of both x and y that make both equations true.
Yes, you can choose to solve for either x or y using either of the equations in the system. However, it may be more efficient to choose the equation that has the variable with a coefficient of 1.
There are several methods for solving a system of equations, including substitution, elimination, and graphing. The best method to use may depend on the specific equations in the system and personal preference.