Let's solve this system of equations:

1. $x + 7y - 8z = -7$
2. $-x + y + z = -9$
3. $x + 8y + 6z = -9$

Step 1: Simplify the System

Let's add equations (1) and (2) to eliminate $x$.

$(x + 7y - 8z) + (-x + y + z) = -7 + (-9)$ $8y - 7z = -16$

So, we get a new equation: 4. $8y - 7z = -16$

Next, let's add equations (1) and (3) to further simplify.

$(x + 7y - 8z) + (x + 8y + 6z) = -7 + (-9)$ $2x + 15y - 2z = -16$

This gives us another new equation: 5. $2x + 15y - 2z = -16$

Step 2: Solve for $x$, $y$, and $z$

Now, we have three equations:

1. $x + 7y - 8z = -7$
2. $8y - 7z = -16$
3. $2x + 15y - 2z = -16$

Let's solve equations (4) and (5) first, then substitute back.

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Tip: Isolating and eliminating variables step-by-step often clarifies complex systems.