What is the value of x in the solution to the system y = 4x + 3 and 3x + 2y = -16? (Round to the nearest integer if necessary.)

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Get equations in same form first.

3x + 2y = -16
4x - y = -3

Multiply second equation by 2.

8x - 2y = -6

Add the two equations.

11x = -22

x = -2