Simplify the expression where possible. (x 2y 3z 4) 2

The average hourly earnings for a construction worker is projected to be $24.50 in 2012. jason wants to join the construction work force after he graduates in 2012. his friend tells him that average hourly earnings for construction workers will rise by 2% from 2009 to 2012. based on the data below, assuming that the projected hourly earnings are correct, is jason’s friend’s statement accurate? construction industry - average hourly earnings, 2000-2009 a. his friend’s statement is accurate. the average hourly earnings will increase by 2%. b. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the percent increase will be more than 2% c. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the percent increase will be less than 2% d. his friend’s statement is not accurate. the average hourly earnings will decrease

Deshawn uses 3/4 of a box of rice to cook dinner the portion he uses weighs 12 ounces right and solve an equation to find the weight of the full box of rice

6x + 3y = -6 2x + y = -2 a. x = 0, y = -2 b. infinite solutions c. x = -1, y = 0 d. no solution