Solve the simultaneous equations and .
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C.
- Step 1: Add the equations to eliminate : , so .
- Step 2: Substitute: , so .
- Step 3: Check: .
Answer
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Why not the others: : this satisfies the first equation only. : this satisfies the first equation only. : this satisfies neither equation.
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