The lengths in inches (x and y) of two fish are related by the equation 5x - 4y = 24. The two ordered pairs below are solutions to the equation.
(4, -1) (12, 9)
Which statement best evaluates whether these two solutions make sense in this situation?
Select one:
a. Both solutions make sense in this situation.
b. The solution (12, 9) makes sense in this situation, but (4, -1) does not.
c. The solution (4, -1) makes sense in this situation, but (12, 9) does not.
d. Neither solution makes sense in this situation.
