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D
Explanation
Correct answer: B.
Choice B is correct. The second equation in the given system is . Substituting for in the first equation in the given system yields , or . Subtracting from both sides of this equation yields . Therefore, the solution to the given system of equations is .
Desmos solution:
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Why the other choices are wrong
Choice A
Choice A is incorrect. This is the solution , not , to the given system of equations.
Choice C
Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
Choice D
Choice D is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.