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algebraA parking lot has motorcycles and cars. There are 35 vehicles total with 110 wheels. How many motorcycles are there? (Motorcycles have 2 wheels, cars have 4 wheels)
A
15 motorcycles
B
20 motorcycles
C
10 motorcycles
D
25 motorcycles
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the correct answer. Let = motorcycles and = cars.
System:
Step 1: From first equation:
Step 2: Substitute:
Step 3: Find :
15 motorcycles + 20 cars = 35 vehicles ✓
Wheels: ✓
10 motorcycles + 25 cars = 35 vehicles ✓
Wheels:
💡 Strategic Tip: Count vehicles for one equation, wheels for another.
Choice A is incorrect because .
Choice B is incorrect because .
Choice D is incorrect because .