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Set 3: Systems Of Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

Solve: 5x + y = 13, 5x + 5y = 25. Find x.

Solve: 5x + y = 13, 5x + 5y = 25. Find x.

A.

2

✓ Correct
B.

1

C.

4

D.

3

Detailed Explanation

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

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