Multiple choice general knowledge math & puzzles

When graphed in the (x,y) coordinate plane, at what point do the lines 2x + 3y = 5 and x = -2 intersect?

  1. (-2,5)

  2. (0,5/3)

  3. (0,5)

  4. (-2,3)

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Explanation

Since x = -2, substitute this into the first equation: 2(-2) + 3y = 5. This simplifies to -4 + 3y = 5, then 3y = 9, so y = 3. The intersection point is (-2, 3).