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Set 4: Systems Of Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

Solve: 3x + 5y = 67, 3x + y = 35. Find x.

Solve: 3x + 5y = 67, 3x + y = 35. Find x.

A.

9

✓ Correct
B.

10

C.

11

D.

7

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: x = 9

Why others are wrong:
B: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 11 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.