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5x + 2y = 22
4x + y = 17
In the system of equations above, what is the value of x + y?

  1. 5
  2. 4
  3. 3
  4. 2

The correct answer is: 5


    5x + 2y = 22
    4x + y = 17
    Subtracting
    5x – 4x + 2y – y = 22 – 17
    x + y = 5.

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