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Set 4: Systems Of Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Solve: 3x + 5y = 77, 5x + 3y = 75. Find y.

Solve: 3x + 5y = 77, 5x + 3y = 75. Find y.

A.

12

B.

9

C.

10

✓ Correct
D.

11

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: y = 10

Why others are wrong:
A: 12 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 11 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.