Urgent! Solve for xy in terms of a and b.

[Vmargonza]

Let x^2 + xy = a and xy + y^2= b, where a and b are positive real numbers. Solve for xy in terms of a and b.
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[Deleted member 4993]

Let x^2 + xy = a and xy + y^2= b, where a and b are positive real numbers. Solve for xy in terms of a and b.
Thank you!

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[Steven G]

This MIGHT help. (x+ y)² = x² +y² + 2xy.