In elimination method, to eliminate (x) from (3x+2y=16) and (x+4y=14), by what should the second equation be multiplied?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: (3)
The coefficient of (x) in the second equation is (1), so multiplying it by (3) gives (3x). In elimination, first make coefficients equal.
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(3)
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The coefficient of (x) in the second equation is (1), so multiplying it by (3) gives (3x). In elimination, first make coefficients equal.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Mathematics question. Chapter: Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables. Topic: Algebraic methods: Substitution method and Elimination method..
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