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Answer: ASet 1: Systems Of Equations (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 2x + 3y = 26, 4x + 5y = 50. Find y.
Solve: 2x + 3y = 26, 4x + 5y = 50. Find y.
A.✓ Correct
2
B.
4
C.
3
D.
1
Detailed Explanation
Choice A is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: y = 2
Why others are wrong:
B: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.