Solve the System by the Addition Method $$\begin{array} { l } 2 x + 5 y = 2 \\- 7 x - 3 y = 22\end{array}$$

question 22

Multiple Choice

Solve the system by the addition method.
- $$\begin{array} { l } 2 x + 5 y = 2 \\- 7 x - 3 y = 22\end{array}$$

• A) \(\{ ( 4,2 ) \}\)
• B) \(\{ ( - 4 , - 2 ) \}\)
• C) \(\{ ( - 4,2 ) \}\)
• D) \(\{ ( 4 , - 2 ) \}\)

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Definitions:

Bone Growth

A physiological process resulting in the increase in size of bones through the activity of osteoblasts, driven by genetic and environmental factors.

Lacuna

A small space, gap, or cavity, often found in bone and cartilage, where cells such as chondrocytes reside.

Canaliculus

A small, channel-like structure in various parts of the body, such as in bones where it allows for the passage of nutrients and waste between blood vessels and osteocytes.

Osteocyte

A mature bone cell, surrounded by bone matrix, responsible for maintaining and monitoring the bone structure.