Solve the system of equations by the method of your choice. Make sure to read the question carefully. Solve for x. x + 8y = -22 -3x + 7y = 4 Group of answer choices x = -6 x = -2 x = 2 x = 6

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Solve the system of equations by the method of your choice. Make sure to read the question carefully.

Solve for x.
x + 8y = -22
-3x + 7y = 4

Group of answer choices
x = -6
x = -2
x = 2
x = 6
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