Construct a consistent and independent system of equations that has ( - 1, - 4) as its solution. Use x and y as your variables, and put your equations in the form A x + B y = C with A ≠ 0 and B ≠ 0 using the four answer boxes below. Note that there are many possible correct answers.

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Demarcus Schwartz

25 February, 08:08

Construct a consistent and independent system of equations that has ( - 1, - 4) as its solution. Use x and y as your variables, and put your equations in the form A x + B y = C with A ≠ 0 and B ≠ 0 using the four answer boxes below. Note that there are many possible correct answers.

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Judith Buck · Answer 1

x - y = 3

2x - y = 2

Step-by-step explanation:

x = 3 + y

2 (3 + y) - y = 2

6 + 2y - y = 2

y = 2 - 6

y = - 4

x = 3 + (-4)

x = 3 - 4

x = - 1

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