Solve the System of Equations Using the Addition Method $$\begin{array} { l } 5 x + 4 y = 61 \\5 x + 2 y = 73\end{array}$$

question 5

Multiple Choice

Solve the system of equations using the addition method.
- $$\begin{array} { l } 5 x + 4 y = 61 \\5 x + 2 y = 73\end{array}$$

• A)(-17, 4)
• B)(17, -6)
• C)(-6, 17)
• D)(-17, 5)

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