The number of solutions of the equation 2x + y = 40 where both x and y

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The number of solutions of the equation 2x + y = 40 where both x and y are positive integers and x ≤ y is:

1. 7
2. 13
3. 14
4. 18

Answer

y = 40 - 2x

If x = 1, y = 38

If x = 2, y = 36

The pattern continues till x = 13.

The correct option is B.