Asked by rocki

Solve the following system of equations by elimination. What is the value of y?

2x - 5y = 1
-3x + 2y = -18

y = 3

y = -3

y = -1.5

y = 1.5

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Multiply the first equation by 3 and the second by 2 to eliminate x:

3*(2x - 5y = 1) → 6x - 15y = 3
2*(-3x + 2y = -18) → -6x + 4y = -36

Add them: (-11y) = -33 ⇒ y = 3

Answer: y = 3.