Solve the System by Substitution, If Possible

question 4

Multiple Choice

Solve the system by substitution, if possible.

• A)(10, -5)
• B)(-6, 11)
• C)(-2, -8)
• D)(9, 2)
• E)no solution; inconsistent system

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