This Simple Math Hack Makes Solving Systems EASY! | Elimination Trick Example

Learn how to solve systems of equations using elimination in this step-by-step video example! This math hack will save you time and confusion. Great for Algebra 1 and beyond.

In this video, I walk you through solving a system of equations using the elimination (or addition) method. Watch how we eliminate a variable, solve for x and y, and plug our answers back in to double-check. You’ll see how this math trick makes solving way easier!

⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 – Follow along with this example
0:13 – What is the Elimination Method?
0:34 – Eliminate y and solve for x
1:18 – Got x? Now solve for y
2:38 – Final ordered pair solution (-3, 5)

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