Write a System of Equations That Will Solve the Problem $x + y = 12 , x = y + 2$

question 52

Multiple Choice

Write a system of equations that will solve the problem. It is not necessary to solve the problem. Renee cuts a 12-meter hose into two lengths. One piece (x) is 2 meters longer than the other (y) . What is the length of each piece?

• A) \(x + y = 12 , x = y + 2\)
• B) \(x + y = 12 , y = x + 2\)
• C) x - y = 12, x = y + 2
• D) y - x = 12, y = x - 2
• E) x + y = 12, x = y - 2

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