Use a system of linear equations to solve the problem.Molly is training for a biathlon. Each weekend she bicycles and runs to prepare for the race. She cycles at a rate of 12 mph and runs at a rate of 5 mph. If she spends 6.5 hours bicycling and running and covers a total of 57 miles, how much time did she spend on each?

A. Bicycling: 3.5 hr, Running: 5 hr
B. Bicycling: 3.5 hr, Running: 3 hr
C. Bicycling: 4.5 hr, Running: 3 hr
D. Bicycling: 3 hr, Running: 3.5 hr


Answer: B

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