If and , what is the value of ?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. 21
- Step 1: Add the two equations to eliminate : .
- Step 2: Substitute into the first equation to find : .
- Step 3: Compute the product : .
Answer
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Why not the others: and arise from rough visual estimation or partial evaluation without solving the algebraic system.
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