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Answer: BSet 1: Systems Of Equations (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 4x + y = 35, 3x + y = 29. Find x.
Solve: 4x + y = 35, 3x + y = 29. Find x.
A.
7
B.✓ Correct
6
C.
5
D.
4
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: x = 6
Why others are wrong:
A: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.