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Answer: ASet 1: Systems Of Equations (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 3x + 2y = 42, 2x + 5y = 50. Find x.
Solve: 3x + 2y = 42, 2x + 5y = 50. Find x.
A.✓ Correct
10
B.
8
C.
12
D.
9
Detailed Explanation
Choice A is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: x = 10
Why others are wrong:
B: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 12 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.