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22 September, 01:37

Solve the system of equations by substitution.

3x + 4y = 31

2x - 4y = - 6

A. (4, 5)

B. (5, 4)

C. (-5, 12.5)

D. (5, - 4)

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  1. 22 September, 03:51
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    The correct answer is B. (5,4).

    If you combine the like terms of both equations you get 5x=25

    Divide both sides by 5 to isolate the variable.

    x=5, plug 5 into the top equation.

    3 (5) + 4y=31

    15+4y=31

    4y=16

    y=4

    x=5 y=4
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