30 points. WILL MARK BRAINLIEST Which would be a correct first step to solve the following system of equations using the elimination method?

x + 3y = 16
2x + y = -18

A: Add the two equations together

B: Subtract the first equation from the second equation

C: Multiply the first equation by -2

D: Multiply the second equation by 2

C: Multiply the first equation by -2

Step-by-step explanation:

-2 * (x + 3y = 16) = -2x-6y=-32

The resulting equation would be -2x-6y=-32

In the next if you add the two equations, you will successfuly eliminate x and can now solve for y.

-2x-6y=-32

2x + y = -18

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