Question

A student is trying to solve the system of two equations given below:

Equation P: y + z = 6
Equation Q: 5y + 9z = 1

Which of the following is a possible step used in eliminating the y-term?

Please help
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Answer 1

Leaving equation Q the same, multiply both sides of equation P by -5.

(y + z = 6) × -5