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MLA PRECTACLEAL 3 Verify the Reasoning of Others
Carina draws this diagram to show that 8 X 30 = 210.
Explain her error.
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John used linear combination to solve the system of equations shown. he did so by multiplying the first equation by -3 and the second equation by another number to eliminate the x-terms. what number did jonas multiply the second equation by? 4x-6y=23x+5y=11

Arefrigeration system at your company uses temperature sensors fixed to read celsius (°c) values, but the system operators in your control room understand only the fahrenheit scale. you have been asked to make a fahrenheit (°f) label for the high temperature alarm, which is set to ring whenever the system temperature rises above –10°c. what fahrenheit value should you write on the label?

At a local museum, the total price for one adult and one child is $11. mrs. smith paid for herself and her three children. she spent $19. record the system of equations to be solved and then find the price of an adult and child ticket using either elimination or substitution.