Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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Chapter 4 - Section 4.1 - Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Two Variables - Exercise Set - Page 214: 94

Answer

Ordered Pair Solution $(-3,\frac{1}{5})$

Work Step by Step

We have $$1)x+\frac{2}{y}=7$$ $$2)3x+\frac{3}{y}=6$$ -3(1)+(2) $$-\frac{3}{y}=-15$$ $$y=\frac{1}{5}$$ Solving for $x$ $$x=7-2\div\frac{1}{5} = -3$$ Ordered Pair Solution $(-3,\frac{1}{5})$
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