Write Equations: Let's start by writing down the system of equations:1) −2x−9y=−252) −4x−9y=−23We will use the method of elimination to solve this system. First, we look for a way to eliminate one of the variables by combining the equations.
Eliminate Variable: We notice that the coefficients of y in both equations are the same but with opposite signs. To eliminate y, we can subtract the second equation from the first one:(−2x−9y)−(−4x−9y)=−25−(−23)
Simplify Equation: Performing the subtraction, we get:−2x+4x−9y+9y=−25+23This simplifies to:2x=−2
Solve for x: Now, we divide both sides of the equation by 2 to solve for x: 22x=2−2This gives us:x=−1
Substitute x: With the value of x found, we can substitute it back into one of the original equations to find the value of y. We'll use the first equation:−2(−1)−9y=−25
Solve for y: Solving for y, we get:2−9y=−25Now, we subtract 2 from both sides:−9y=−25−2−9y=−27
Final Result: Finally, we divide both sides by −9 to find the value of y:−9−9y=−9−27This gives us:y=3