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Algebra practice question

Which of the following points lies on both of the lines y = x and y = 6 − x in the xy-plane?

  1. A. (3, 3)Correct
  2. B. (6, 0)
  3. C. (0, 6)
  4. D. (2, 4)

Answer: A. (3, 3)

3 = 3 and 3 = 6 − 3.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. (6, 0)
(6, 0) is on y = 6 − x only.
C. (0, 6)
(0, 6) is on y = 6 − x only.
D. (2, 4)
(2, 4) is on y = 6 − x only.

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