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algebra

If 3x+2y=183x + 2y = 18 and y=x+4y = x + 4, what is xx?

A

0

B

6

C

4

D

2

Correct Answer: D

Choice Bhoice C is the correct answer.

  1. Substitute: 3x+2(x+4)=183x + 2(x + 4) = 18
  2. Distribute: 3x+2x+8=183x + 2x + 8 = 18
  3. Combine: 5x+8=185x + 8 = 18
  4. Subtract 8: 5x=105x = 10
  5. Divide by 5: x=2x = 2

Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Bhoice A is incorrect because calculation error.

Choice Bhoice D is incorrect because calculation error.