Solve the System by the Addition Method, If Possible $\left\{ \begin{array} { l } 4 ( x + y ) = y + 17 \\7 ( x + 1 ) = y + 18\end{array} \right.$

question 31

Multiple Choice

Solve the system by the addition method, if possible. If a solution exists, give the value of x. $\left\{ \begin{array} { l } 4 ( x + y ) = y + 17 \\7 ( x + 1 ) = y + 18\end{array} \right.$

• A)2
• B)5
• C) 4
• D) \(- 1\)
• E) no solution

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