Find values for x and y that fit both equations 2x-3y=8 and 4x+3y=-2
y=-2;x=1
2x-3y = 8
4x+3y = -2 add these giving
6x = 6 divide by 6
x = 1
And use either equation to find y
4(1) + 3y = - 2
4 + 3y = - 2 subtract 4 from each side
3y = -6 divide by 3
y = - 6/3 = - 2