Solve the Problem. -The Linear Equation in Two Variables Y = 124 -

question 118

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The linear equation in two variables y = 124 - 2x models the amount of water, y, in ounces, remaining in a leaky bucket x minutes after the bucket was filled. The equation indicates that the bucket initially contains 124 ounces
Of water and loses 2 ounces each minute. Find a solution of y = 124 - 2x using 4 for x.

• A) (4, 8)
• B) (4, 132)
• C) (4, 116)
• D) (4, 122)

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