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Answer: DSet 1: Systems Of Equations (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 2x + 4y = 56, 2x + 5y = 66. Find y.
Solve: 2x + 4y = 56, 2x + 5y = 66. Find y.
A.
9
B.
11
C.
12
D.✓ Correct
10
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: y = 10
Why others are wrong:
A: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 11 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 12 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.