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A student is trying to solve the set of two equations given below:


Equation A: x + z = 6

Equation B: 2x + 3z = 1


Which of the following is a possible step used in eliminating the z-term? (5 points)



Multiply equation B by 3.

Multiply equation A by 2.

Multiply equation B by 2.

Multiply equation A by –3.

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Equation A : x + z = 6
Equation B : 2x + 3z = 1

Possible step used in eliminating in  z-term.

Multiply equation A by -3.

-3(x +z) = -3(6)
-3x - 3z = -18

-3x - 3z = -18
 2x + 3z =   1
-x           = -17
÷ -1           ÷ -1
x             = 17

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Answer:

x=17 other answer expert verified (sniff, sniff) breaks out in tears

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