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A set of equations is given below:

Equation A: a = 5b + 1
Equation B: a = 3b + 5

Which of the following is a step that can be used to find the solution to the set of equations? (5 points)


5b + 1= 3b

5b = 3b + 5

5b + 1 = 3b + 5

5b + 5 = 3b + 1

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The 3rd selection is appropriate.

.. 5b +1 = a = 3b +5
by the transitive property of equality,
.. 5b +1 = 3b +5
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