Solve the system p - 3q = -1 -5p + 16q = 5

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Aline parallel to a triangle's side splits ab into lengths of x - 5 and x + 2. the other side, ac, is split into lengths of x and x + 12. what is the length of ac? a) 12 b) 24 c) 36 d)

Angel entered a triathlon (a three-part race). he swam 1 mile, rode his bike 30 miles, and ran 10 miles. how far did he go altogether? a. 11 miles b. 123 miles c. 41 miles d. 40 miles