Simultaneous Equations Homework Statement: Solving with Two Variables

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The discussion focuses on solving a system of simultaneous equations involving two variables, V1 and V2. The equations provided are Eq 1: (4.5 - V1)/470 = V1/680 + (V1-V2)/330 and Eq 2: (V1-V2)/330 = V2/100 + (V2+7)/1000. Participants emphasize the importance of clearing fractions using the lowest common denominators and suggest using elimination or substitution methods to find the values of V1 and V2. The discussion concludes that both methods are effective for solving the equations.

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Eq 1: (4.5 - V1)/470 = V1/680 + (V1-V2)/330

Eq 2: (V1-V2)/330 = V2/100 + (V2+7)/1000
 
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The equations use two variables to the first power. Clear the fractions using lowest common denominators , then simplify the equations. You only have two equations and two unknowns. Use either elimination or substitution.
 

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