An unknown number y is 10 more than an unknown number x. The number y is also x less than 3. The equations to find x and y are shown below.
y = x + 10
y = –x + 3
Which of the following statements is a correct step to find x and y?
A. Add the equations to eliminate x.
B. Multiply the equations to eliminate y.
C. Write the points where the graphs of the equations intersect the x-axis.
D. Write the points where the graphs of the equations intersect the y-axis.
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OpenStudy (anonymous):
I would say C.
OpenStudy (anonymous):
i would say set them equal and solve
\[x+10=-x+3\]
OpenStudy (anonymous):
but whoever wrote this question wants you to say
A. Add the equations to eliminate x.
OpenStudy (anonymous):
lotta ice cream today huh?
OpenStudy (anonymous):
@Satellite73 is right @cherry18
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