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Mathematics, 12.02.2021 21:00 kay9776

Petro was given this system of equations. Negative 14 x minus 2 y = 24. 14 x + 8 y = negative 12.

Petro’s work is shown in the table. Where, if anywhere, did Petro first make a mistake?

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Petro’s Work

Step 1

Negative 14 x minus 2 y = 24. 14 x + 8 y = negative 12. 6 y = 12.

Step 2

6 y = 12. y = 2.

Step 3

Negative 14 (2) minus 2 y = 24. Negative 28 minus 2 y = 24. Negative 2 y = 52. y = negative 26.

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