Question 13 of 19 Use the elimination method to solve the system of equations. Choose the correct ordered pair x+y=9 x-y=7 O A. (8,1) B. (12,-3) C. (16, -7) D. (7.0) SUBMIT

The solution for the system of equations is x = 8, y = 1
Explanation:Given the pair of equations:
x + y = 9 .....................................................(1)
x - y = 7 ......................................................(2)
To solve by elimintation, add (1) and (2) to eliminate y
2x = 16
x = 16/2 = 8 ............................................(3)
Subtract (2) from (1) to eliminate x
2y = 2
y = 2/2 = 1 ................................................(4)
(3) and (4) form the solution of the equation.
x = 8, y = 1