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Collin wants to solve this system of equations. Which number can he multiply the first equation by so that when the two equations are added together, the x term is eliminated?


1/2x + 1/4y = 5

2x + 3/8y = 5

A-4
B-2
C2
D4

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if u multiply the first equation by -4, u get -2x - y = -20

and when u add the 2 equations..
-2x - y = -20
2x + 3/8y = 5
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0 - 5/8y = -15.....u notice that the x terms r eliminated.

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Answer:

A.-4

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