Solve a system by elimination — Independent Practice — page 1
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Worksheet directions

Grade 8 • Independent Practice • Work on your own. Show your calculations or reasoning where needed.

Sample questions

  1. Solve 2x + y = 9 and 3x − y = 6 by elimination. Use Set C values. Answer: ___
  2. Solve 2x + y = 9 and 3x − y = 6 by elimination. Use Set D values. Answer: ___
  3. Solve 2x + y = 9 and 3x − y = 6 by elimination. Use Set F values. Answer: ___
  4. Solve 2x + y = 9 and 3x − y = 6 by elimination. Use Set E values. Answer: ___
  5. Solve 2x + y = 9 and 3x − y = 6 by elimination. Answer: ___
  6. Solve 2x + y = 9 and 3x − y = 6 by elimination. Use Set B values. Answer: ___

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Common Core connections

Source labels: 8.F.B.4–5, 8.EE.B.5–6,8, 8.EE.C.8. Review the learning goals below to check the fit for your class.

  • 8.F.B.4 — Construct a function to model a linear relationship
  • 8.F.B.5 — Describe a functional relationship qualitatively
  • 8.EE.C.8 — Solve systems of two linear equations

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