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Answer: CSet 3: Systems Of Equations (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 4x + y = 35, 2x + 5y = 49. Find y.
Solve: 4x + y = 35, 2x + 5y = 49. Find y.
A.
5
B.
6
C.✓ Correct
7
D.
9
Detailed Explanation
Choice C is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: y = 7
Why others are wrong:
A: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.