Mathematics Knowledge · Question 144

Question 144 of 200

If 2x + y = 11 and x - y = 1, what is the value of x?

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Correct answer to question 144 (Mathematics Knowledge): 4

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Adding the two equations cancels y: 2x + x = 11 + 1 gives 3x = 12, so x = 4.

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