Linear Equation Systems - Simple Addition

Level 1

This math topic focuses on solving systems of linear equations through simple addition and subtraction techniques. The problems require students to find the value of a variable by performing the elimination method, utilizing addition or subtraction of multiples from one equation to another. Each question presents a pair of linear equations with multiple-choice answers for the solution of the variable. It serves as an introduction to handling algebraic systems of equations at a basic level.

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Linear Equation Systems - Simple Addition


Solve for the variable by adding or subtracting multiples of the second equation to the first

5n+9p=822n−9p=−68n=?5n + 9p = 82\\2n - 9p = -68\\n = ?

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