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Set 3: Systems Of Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Solve: 4x + 4y = 44, 4x + 3y = 35. Find x.

Solve: 4x + 4y = 44, 4x + 3y = 35. Find x.

A.

1

B.

4

C.

2

✓ Correct
D.

3

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: x = 2

Why others are wrong:
A: 1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.