Solve the System of Equations by the Elimination Method

question 12

Multiple Choice

Solve the system of equations by the elimination method.
-x + 9y = -42 3x + 8y = -50

• A)(-7, -3)
• B)(6, -3)
• C)no solution
• D)(-6, -4)

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