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Answer: BSet 5: Systems Of Equations (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: 3x + 5y = 70, 4x + 5y = 80. Find x.
Solve: 3x + 5y = 70, 4x + 5y = 80. Find x.
A.
12
B.✓ Correct
10
C.
8
D.
9
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. Using elimination or substitution: x = 10
Why others are wrong:
A: 12 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.