GCSE · Simultaneous equations

Simultaneous equations by eliminationExam-style questions

Why two unknowns need two equations, why adding or subtracting whole equations is legal, and the sign rule that decides which of the two kills a variable.

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18 questions · GCSE (Higher) level · mark scheme and worked solution on each · no sign-up to try

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Solve the simultaneous equations $\quad x + y = 10 \quad$ and $\quad x - y = 4$
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Solve the simultaneous equations $\quad 2x + y = 11 \quad$ and $\quad x + y = 7$
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