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Answer: BSet 1: Systems Of Equations (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 2x + y = 33, 5x + y = 66. Find y.
Solve: 2x + y = 33, 5x + y = 66. Find y.
A.
10
B.✓ Correct
11
C.
9
D.
12
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: y = 11
Why others are wrong:
A: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 12 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.