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Answer: BSet 3: Systems Of Equations (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 5x + y = 46, 5x + 5y = 70. Find y.
Solve: 5x + y = 46, 5x + 5y = 70. Find y.
A.
8
B.✓ Correct
6
C.
7
D.
4
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: y = 6
Why others are wrong:
A: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.