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  • 03-10-2021
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what is the value of x in the solution to this system of equations?
4x + 7y = 85
x = 2y - 5

A) 11
B) 24
C) 6
D) 9​

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seetha1980
seetha1980 seetha1980
  • 03-10-2021

Answer:

D) x=9

Step-by-step explanation:

x = 2y- 5

2y = x + 5

y = (x+5) / 2

4x + 7(x+5)/2 = 85

8x + 7x + 35 = 85*2

15x + 35 = 170

15x = 170 - 35 = 135

x = 135/15 = 9

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