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Set 3: Systems Of Equations (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Solve: 5x + y = 50, 3x + 3y = 42. Find y.

Solve: 5x + y = 50, 3x + 3y = 42. Find y.

A.

7

B.

3

C.

5

✓ Correct
D.

4

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: y = 5

Why others are wrong:
A: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.