Question

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.

Answer 1

y=14

x=10

Explanation:

x+y=24

3x+5y = 100

multiply the first equation by 3 and subtract from second one :

3x+3y=72

-

3x+5y=100

equal : -2y=-28

y=14

x=10

Answer 2

Answer: B. The test contains 10 three-point questions and 14 five-point questions

Explanation:

14 * 5 = 70

10 * 3 = 30

70 + 30 = 100

14 + 10 = 24