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Answer: ASet 1: Systems Of Equations (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 5x + 5y = 60, 4x + 2y = 42. Find x.
Solve: 5x + 5y = 60, 4x + 2y = 42. Find x.
A.✓ Correct
9
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.