Algebramedium · Past Paper

Solve for x and y: x + y = 5, 2x + y = 7

A(2, 3)
B(3, 2)
C(1, 4)
D(4, 1)

✓ Correct Answer: A(2, 3)

Subtracting the first from the second: x = 2. Then 2 + y = 5 -> y = 3.

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