Solve the System of Equations Using the Addition Method $$\begin{array} { l } 3.2 x + 0.3 y = 17.5 \\0.8 x + 0.9 y = 8.5\end{array}$$

question 73

Multiple Choice

Solve the system of equations using the addition method.
- $$\begin{array} { l } 3.2 x + 0.3 y = 17.5 \\0.8 x + 0.9 y = 8.5\end{array}$$

• A)(5, 5)
• B)(5.9, 5)
• C)(8.2, 5.3)
• D)(1.8, 5.3)

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