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Answer: BSet 4: Systems Of Equations (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 4x + 5y = 42, 2x + 4y = 24. Find y.
Solve: 4x + 5y = 42, 2x + 4y = 24. Find y.
A.
1
B.✓ Correct
2
C.
3
D.
4
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: y = 2
Why others are wrong:
A: 1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.