Express the exercise as a system of linear equations, then find the solution. Use a calculator where appropriate.A cruise boat travels 84 miles downstream in 3 hours and returns upstream in 12 hours. Find the rate of the stream.

A. 17.5 mph
B. 28 mph
C. 45.5 mph
D. 10.5 mph


Answer: D

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