To answer, multiply the first equation by 2. Then, add the equations, 10p - 6r = 2 + 8p + 6r = 4 The resulting sum would be 18p = 6. The value of p from the equation is p = 1/3. Substitute this value to either of the equation, 10(1/3) - 6r = 2 ; r = 2/9 Thus, the answer is letter C.