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Set 1: Systems Of Equations (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

Solve: 5x + 5y = 60, 4x + 2y = 42. Find x.

Solve: 5x + 5y = 60, 4x + 2y = 42. Find x.

A.

9

✓ Correct
B.

7

C.

11

D.

8

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: x = 9

Why others are wrong:
B: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 11 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.