A system of equations is shown below:

Equation A: 4c = d − 8
Equation B: c = 5d + 8

Which of the following steps should be performed to eliminate variable d first? (5 points)

A: Multiply equation B by 4.

B: Multiply equation A by −5.

C: Multiply equation A by 4.

D: Multiply equation B by 5.

1 answer

B: Multiply equation A by −5.