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A science test, which is worth 100 points, consists of 24 questions. Each question is worth either 3 points or 5 points. If x is the number of 3-point questions and y is the number of 5-point questions, the system shown represents this situation. x + y = 24 3x + 5y = 100 What does the solution of this system indicate about the questions on the test?

The test contains 4 three-point questions and 20 five-point questions.
The test contains 10 three-point questions and 14 five-point questions.
The test contains 14 three-point questions and 10 five-point questions.
The test contains 20 three-point questions and 8 five-point questions.

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the test contains 10 three-point questions and 14 five-point questions
User Shirish Bari
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The test contains 10 three point questions and 14 five point questions from solving the system of equations provided. Any questions please just ask. Hope this helps. Thank you kindly
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