Step-by-step explanation
x + y = 8 ----------------------------------------(1)
5x - 3y = 24 ------------------------------------------(2)
If we are to eliminate y in the equations, we first need to multiply through equation (1) by 3.
3x + 3y = 24 ----------------------------------------(3)
Add equation (2) and equation (3).
If we add equation(1) and equation(3) together, -3y will cancel-out 3y.
(5x + 3x) = (24 + 24)
8x = 48
Therefore, the correct option is D. 8x = 48