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The linear combination method is applied to a system of equations as shown. 4(.25x + .5y = 3.75) → x + 2y = 15 (4x – 8y = 12) → x – 2y = 3 2x = 18 what is the solution of the system of equations? (1,2) (3,9) (5,5) (9,3)

Y= a(x-3)squared-1 what is the value of a

Answer asap. you begin with 1/2 scoop of ice cream. since you're hungry, you ask the vendor for 2/7 more scoops of ice cream. then, you eat 5/8 scoops. how many scoops of ice cream are left on your cone? i will mark brainliest for first correct answer.