Determine the Solution to the System of Equations Graphically $$\begin{array} { l } y = - x - 1 \\y = x - 16\end{array}$$

question 1

Multiple Choice

Determine the solution to the system of equations graphically. If the system is inconsistent or dependent, so state.
- $$\begin{array} { l } y = - x - 1 \\y = x - 16\end{array}$$

• A)(1, -8.5)
• B)(7.5, 8.5)
• C)(7.5, -8.5)
• D)inconsistent

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