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Describe a general method for deciding which variable to eliminate when using linear combinations.
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For example, if we have two equations, $aX + bY = C$ and $dX + eY = F$, the coefficients of $X$ are $a$ and $d$, and the coefficients of $Y$ are $b$ and $e$. Show more…
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