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Set 3: Systems Of Equations (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Solve: x + 3y = 25, 3x + y = 27. Find y.

Solve: x + 3y = 25, 3x + y = 27. Find y.

A.

4

B.

7

C.

6

✓ Correct
D.

8

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: y = 6

Why others are wrong:
A: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.