Solve the system of equations: what is the y-value in the solution?

3x - 5y = - 16 and 2x + 5y = 31

A. 5

B. 3

C. 2

D. 4 Solve the system of equations: what is the y-value in the solution?

3x - 5y = - 16 and 2x + 5y = 31

A. 5

B. 3

C. 2

D. 4

The equations given in the question are

3x - 5y = - 16

and

2x + 5y = 31

Adding the two equations, we get

5x = 15

x = 15/5

= 3

Putting the value of x in the second equation, we get

2x + 5y = 31

2 (3) + 5y = 31

6 + 5y = 31

5y = 25

y = 5

From the above deduction, it can be easily concluded that the correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the first option or option "A".