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Answer: BSet 5: Systems Of Equations (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 4x + 4y = 64, x + 3y = 30. Find y.
Solve: 4x + 4y = 64, x + 3y = 30. Find y.
A.
9
B.✓ Correct
7
C.
5
D.
8
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: y = 7
Why others are wrong:
A: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.