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In the elimination method, what is the first goal when solving a pair of linear equations?

Class 10Elimination MethodAlgebra — Systems of Equations
  • AMake the coefficient of one variable equal (in magnitude) in both equations
  • BMake the constant terms equal
  • CSquare both equations
  • DFind the -intercept of each line

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Elimination works by adding or subtracting the equations so that one variable cancels; this requires its coefficients to be equal in magnitude first.
Answer: A) Make the coefficient of one variable equal (in magnitude) in both equations

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