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The equations of linear system are \"\".

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Since the coefficient of the y - term in the above two equations is same, eliminate these terms by subtracting the equations.

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Write the equations in column form and subtract to eliminate variable y.

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The resultant equation is \"\" and solve it for x.

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Divide each side by negative 4.5.

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Cancel common terms.

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Substitute the value of \"\" in equation 1: \"\" and solve for y.

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Subtract 5.2 from each side.

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Divide each side by negative 3.2.

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Cancel common terms.

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The solution is \"\".