Solve Problems Using Systems of Nonlinear Equations

Multiple Choice

Solve Problems Using Systems of Nonlinear Equations
Let x represent one number and let y represent the other number. Use the given conditions to write a system of
nonlinear equations. Solve the system and find the numbers.
-The sum of two numbers is 12 and their product is 20. Find the numbers.

A) 10 and 2
B) -10 and -2
C) 10 and 2; -10 and -2
D) 10 and -2; -10 and 2